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Hearings highlight county’s debt woes

By LEANNE AKIN

million, it was dropped each year since. Poe said even with a 1 mill increase, the county will be bringing in less money than in 2009.

Back in 2009, Jackson County had a fund balance of $9,826,000 but has been chipping away at those funds to balance annual budgets to cope with shrinking tax collections.

Poe explained that balancing the budget with no millage rate increase would require the use of $2,578,926 of prior years’ reserves, thrusting the fund balance below recommended guidelines. The future financial stability of the county could be jeopardized related to its bond credit rating should the fund balance continue to decline.

Poe noted that assigning 24 percent of the general fund revenues toward debt service is high, an observation pointed out by the county’s auditing firm. If you take debt out

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Jackson County Commission Chairman Tom Crow says the can has been kicked down the road as far as it be related to the county’s debt and now a 1 mill tax hike is being considered as a means to being addressing the county’s ongoing financial woes.

At both Oct. 13 public hearings on the proposed budget and millage rate, County Manager Kevin Poe reviewed the budget.

Sessions were convened at 9 a.m. with few attendees and a 6 p.m. which attracted nearly two dozen.

The tax digest experienced a .42 percent loss rather than the anticipated gain of 2 percent to 3 percent, and it was pointed out that the tax digest has felt a 19 percent declined since 2009. While the digest was once at $21.8

of the picture, Jackson County is operating on 4.5 mills.

After seven years of a pay freeze, surviving two reductions in force and enduring 50 furlough days, the commission had agreed it was time to eliminate furloughs of employees, meaning an estimated $534,516 in additional salaries and benefits being added to the budget.

Poe noted that of the millage rates of surrounding counties, five had higher rates, four had lower rates and one was equal to Jackson County.

In the morning hearing, Commissioner Jim Hix asked about the county’s indebtedness. Poe said this year’s $8.86 million indebtedness will rise to $10.6 million in 2016 and level off.

Utilizing bond refinancing, the county has

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Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal joined with Toyota Industries Compressor Parts America (TICA) President Haruhiko Kirnata, Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO) President Akira Onishi and other dignitaries in cutting the ribbon to mark the grand opening of TICO. See more scenes from the celebration at ClickThePaper.com.

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A grand opening for TICA Toyota Industries Compressor Parts America, Co. (TICA), a subsidiary of Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO), held its grand opening ceremony on Oct. 9.

Approximately 160 invited guests attended the ceremony, including Governor Nathan Deal and TICO President Akira Onishi.

“I want to express my appreciation to Governor Deal, Mr. Akira Onishi and all our invited guests for attending our ceremony,” said Haruhiko Kimata, TICA’s President.

“The start-up of TICA marks an important milestone in TICO’s history. For the first time in 20 years, the complete compressor is made

been able to use those savings to help balance prior year budgets.

“We have taken every advantage of every refinancing opportunity to help lower the debt service payments,” said Poe. “So the can has been kicked down the road as far as it can be kicked,” said Crow.

In the evening session, Commissioner Bruce Yates complimented Poe on his efforts in formulating the budget.

Yates noted the priorities are set by the commission and he questioned whether a self-efficiency and effectiveness study would net additional savings for the county.

He pointed to the study conducted by theninterim county manager Leonard Myers which evaluated the efficiency of the Jack-

100 percent in America. We could not have achieved this milestone without the hard work of our associates, who are our most important asset,” said Kimata.

Amy Halbrook, a TICA associate, spoke during the ceremony of the teamwork which has been built as the associates were trained through the Lanier Tech QuickStart program. She said every day was a new opportunity to continue to build on the foundation of safety and quality.

HR Director Kathleen Petersen, the first associate hired, served as emcee for the official ceremony.

TICA was established in February 2012 to produce the key com-

ponents for variable displacement car air-conditioning compressors.

TICA’s total investment is $406 million, with $150 million in capital. The facility is approximately 600,000 square feet on 28.5 acres.

TICA has created more than 320 new jobs and has plans for continued growth in 2015.

The goal is to manufacture 7.2 milion units per year by 2016 when Phase III is completed. Gov. Deal and other dignitaries and invited guests were invited to take a tour of the facilities before the ceremony got under way.

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The Jackson County Board of Education registered its concern about the tax digest with a letter to county commissioners requesting the Georgia Department of Revenue be asked to conduct an audit of the Jackson County Tax Assessors office.

“On behalf of the children of Jackson County, we feel a sense of urgency in addressing this concern,” said the letter signed by BOE Chairwoman Lynne MasseyWheeler and other board members.

“Our commitment is to partner with all agencies, and we feel an external audit may help all stakeholders understand both the current state of affairs and the impact to our community,” said the letter.

“After careful analysis of the local tax digest, we feel a responsibility in understanding and explaining to the students and families in our community why our local revenues continue to decline,” the letter reads.

At the Oct. 9 meeting of the board of education, Superin-

tendent Dr. April Howard said the loss of half a million dollars was not something the school system expected.

“As you know, the Jackson County Tax Digest dropped.

With the exception of residential, every area declined as reflected below: - The overall Gross Digest decreased $10,675,774 from 2013 - Agricultural value decreased $227,720 from 2013 - Commercial value decrease by $10,276,844 from 2013 - Total Exemptions increased $15,478,606 from 2013 (increased from $192,124,246 in 2005 to $395,863,348 in 2014).”

Howard told the school board that she and Assistant Superintendent Jamie Hitzges had meet on two occasion with chief appraiser Valerie Thornton in an effort “to understand what is going on.” She said the system was trying to be proactive and get answers.

“We want people to know we are not asleep at the

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nominated by lanier tech for outstanding achievement

Sheriff Mangum is honored for GED grad success Jackson County Sheriff Janis Mangum is the recipient of the GED Graduate Outstanding Achievement Award presented by the GED Testing Program of the Technical College System of Georgia, Office of Adult Education (GaGTP).

Mangum is the second female in the state of Georgia to be elected to the position of sheriff, and she received a standing ovation at the Oct. 2 gathering at the Grand Hyatt Atlanta Hotel.

“Lanier Technical College serves Jackson County and was proud to nominate Sheriff Mangum for the award,” said Dr. Howard Ledford, Dean of the Jackson Campus and General Education for Lanier Technical College.

“Sheriff Mangum started her exceptional career by obtaining a GED.” Sheriff Mangum received the prestigious award for her strong community ser-

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vice to the citizens of Jackson County and her servant leadership. Mangum’s lifetime pursuits have been dedicated to the advocacy of children and families.

“Janis Mangum is an outstanding leader in the

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community helping lead the cause for adult literacy as well as many other community challenges,” said Ledford. “Janis Mangum the community leader happens to be the Sheriff of Jackson County but was and is a role model because she is Janis Mangum.”

Guest speaker for the occasion was Cynthia M.A. Butler-McIntyre of Jeffersonville Parrish La., who graduated high school at 15, went to college and was a kindergarten teacher for many years.

Sheriff Mangum offered special thanks to Lanier Tech, the Technical College System of Georgia, Mrs. Brenda Thomas, Sandra Fite, Dr. Ledford and all who were involved in the award. “Special thanks to all who shared this with me, my husband Jerry, Tom and Nadine Crow and Mrs. Killip.

God bless you all,” she said.

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Presenting the GED Graduate Outstanding Achievement Award to Jackson County Sheriff Janis Mangum, (C), was Technical College System of Georgia Deputy Commissioner Dr. Josephine Reed-Taylor, and Beverly Smith, Technical College System of Georgia Assistant Commissioner for Adult Education.

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“By choosing Georgia, Toyota Industries Corporation can be assured of a well-trained workforce, a logistics infrastructure growing in global prominence and a top-ranked business environment supportive of its future growth,” said Gov. Deal.

“Our state is uniquely equipped to help manufacturers compete globally, and I’m glad to welcome TICA’s newest plant to Georgia.”

TICA has installed and begun mass production for two-thirds of capacity and will produce 7.2 million units per year by 2016. Now for the first time, these components are being produced locally in America and this achievement completes a structure in which the compressor is made 100 percent in America from raw material, to machining, and to assembly.

“This is a great day for the citizens of Jackson County. Today’s celebration of the grand opening of TICA represent a growing partnership between our community and Toyota Industries. Their investment in us and creation of over 340 jobs with the new plant is a point of pride for Jackson County.

We congratulate TICA on their grand opening and are looking forward to a continued partnership for our combined growth and prosperity,” said Jackson County Commission Chairman Tom Crow.

The chairman and Scott Martin, chairman of the Jackson County Industrial Development, partici-

pated in the Kagami Biraki Ceremony by taking a mallet in hand and helping to open the sake barrels to bring harmony and good fortune, according to associate Gadrian Zagaz, who coordinated the ceremony. Masahaharu Suzuki, who was TICO Senior Managing Director when the ground was broken for the plant, led the toast.

Also participating in the occasion was Katsuhisa Shimokawa, Managing Director of Denso Corporation, Kazuo Sunaga, Consulate General of Japan, and Congressman Doug Collins as well as Georgia Department of Economic Development representativse and other state and local officials.

The East Jackson Comprehensive High School jazz band provided entertainment during the luncheon and the Matsuriza Taiko Drummers performed before and during the ceremony.

TICA is located in Pendergrass at 500 Valentine Industrial Parkway, and Gov. Deal said he recalled the groundbreaking ceremony when there was a large expanse of dirt where a large plant now sits. He also recalled many years when the land was the angus farm of friends Dr. and Mrs. Valentine.

TICA used the occasion to announce scholarships which will managed by the North Georgia Community Foundation. A ceremonial $200,000 check was presented to Callie Flack, vice president of programs and CEO Jim Mathis of the foundation.

A local high school student and a TICA employee family member will receive a $1,500 scholarship annually.

SCHOOL

Continued from 1A wheel,” said Hitzges.

The letter spells how how the school system has responded to the declining state and local revenues experienced in recent years.

“The Jackson County School System has been significantly impacted by declining revenues at both the state and local level. Over the past five years, the local revenues have declined almost $8 million (28 percent) while our enrollment has increased by 8 percent. During the 2013-2014 school year, the Board of Education took bold steps to begin the process of rebuilding a fund balance by aligning the district budget with declining state and local revenues.

“In an effort to accomplish this goal, district leaders: • Consolidated East Jackson Middle School with Kings Bridge Middle School, therefore absorbing KBMS. • Transitioned South Jackson elementary students to Kings Bridge Campus; suspended use of South Jackson Elementary School Hwy 129 campus • Reduced the student calendar from 180 to 176 days • Reduced the teacher work calendar from 190 to 180 days • Reduced 11 month administrative calendar from 220 to 207 days • Reduced 12 month administrative calendar from 240 to 225 days • Reduced substitute expense from $600,000 to $280,000 • Increased the millage rate from 18.9 to 19.276.

As Jackson County began the 2014-2015 school year, plans were made to also reduce expenditures by: • Transitioning high schools from a block schedule to a 7 period day • Reducing 41 certified positions which resulted in a class size increase.”

Howard told the school board on Oct. 9 that there had been “a compounding effect of loss” and it seemed prudent to pursue a formal request for a performance audit.

“It is our professional obligation to be able to explain why there are 37 kids in a class,” said Hitzges, who joined with Howard in suggesting that it is “time for the Board of Commissioners, the Board of Education and all our board to do some due diligence.”

Hitzges said budget planning had to go back to the drawing board after a 5 percent swing was experienced between what the system had been told to anticipate – a 2 percent to 3 percent increase in the tax digest – to a 2 percent decline.

The board of education accepted the recommendation to set the Fiscal Year 2015 millage rate for maintenance and operation at 19.276 mills and set for the FY15 millage rate for the bond retirement at 2.7 mills. It was hoped the board would be able to roll back the millage rate and begin to rebuild its fund balance but that was not the case for the coming year.

Jefferson will deed library to school system After a Monday executive session, the Jeffereon City Council voted 5-0 to transfer the title of the former Jefferson Public Library to Jefferson City Schools.

Should the building cease to be used by the school system, the city would have right of first refusal on return of the property, according to City Manager John Ward, who is winding up his last day with the city on Friday.

Ward has taken a similar job on Boone, N.C. In addition to talking about the library property during executive session, the council also discussed the potential need for property in and around the future Parks Mill Reservoir.

The project, which will benefit the City of Jefferson as well as the Jackson County Water & Ward Sewerage Authority with an additional long-term water supply, has been in the planning stages for 15-plus years, said Ward.

With the Corps permit received, the city can begin stepping up the work on the reservoir plans.

Reflecting on Jefferson, Ward shared the following: “I have been honored to serve as the City Manager in Jefferson. I would like to thank the elected officials, both past and present, staff and citizens for making this community so special and

for allowing me the opportunity to work on so many exciting projects that define our community.

“My family and I are about to debark on a new adventure as I head to Boone, N.C. to serve as Town Manager but Jefferson will also hold a special place in my heart.

“The Town of Boone, home of Appalachian State University, will present new career challenges and opportunities but I owe it to Jefferson for helping me be prepared.

“The challenge for any City Manager is to leave the community in which they serve a little better than when they first started, and I leave feeling like this has been accomplished. Jefferson is in a strong financial position, we have secured $8.8 million in grants for public projects over the past 10 years, a dedicated staff is in place to serve the city, we have implemented new programs and projects that the city is recognized for statewide, and we have reduced the tax millage rate twice during my tenure.

“A part of me is sad to leave but there is another part of me that is excited about the opportunity that awaits. I look forward to following Jefferson’s progress and I wish everyone the best.”

Hoschton gets on same page with building codes

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The October Hoschton council meeting began with an addition to the agenda as City Attorney Thomas Mitchell suggested the council members add the first reading of the 2012 building codes to the new business list.

He also suggested that they do not adopt these codes right away, but first consulting with city inspector Phil Groover. Mitchell recommends the council formally adopt these ordinances but a consultation with Groover must take place first to ensure everyone is on the same page.

The second reading of the text amendments to zoning ordinance and development regulations regarding bonding requirements for development related to maintaining and performance bonds was not added to the consent agenda.

Instead, it was added to the

work session agenda where the council members could vote. This second reading includes responsibility for development actions, development activities authorized, process for approval of development permit, required performance surety, issuance of development/ land disturbance permit, expiration of development/ land disturbance permit, acceptance of public improvements, bonds in subdivisions that are not 90 percent complete and the original developer retains to substantial interest and bonds in subdivisions that are not 90 percent complete and the original developer retains substantial interest.

The service area swap at 35 W. Jackson Road where the a future dentist’s office is located was placed on the consent agenda. The water and sewer services in this area will be taken care of by the Town of Braselton. Mayor Kenerly said

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The approval of the engagement letter from Hawkins & McNair, CPAs for the city’s 2014 auditing services, was also placed on the consent agenda. The cost is $7,805, which is about $300 less than what the city currently pays. City Clerk/ Administrator Jacqueline Crouse says that she has worked with Hawkins & McNair and believes they are professional and easy to work with.

The Shadow Shuffle 5K fundraiser run for West Jackson Intermediate School is set for Saturday,

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Crouse and Kenerly have been thoroughly researching health insurance benefits for Hoschton’s four full-time employees. A decision has not been made yet, but Crouse and Kenerly indicate they have narrowed the choices down to two: Humana and Medova.

Medova’s proposal includes a self-insured plan which is the best price with Humana not too far behind with only about a $10 difference. This was placed onto the consent agenda until the official decision is made.

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Betty Ann Mathis, president of the Jackson County Area Retired Educators Association, contacted the city with a request to recognize Retired Educators Day. These retired educators will be honored the first Sunday of every year in November — this year it will take place on Nov. 2.

“We want to recognize the lasting contributions of Georgia’s retired educators to the betterment of the lives of our citizens and the welfare of our state,” said Mathis.

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There has been one business license submitted since the last monthly meeting that Crouse warmly welcomed to the city. The business is Tyler Durden’s Next Generation Automotive which will be located at 131 Merchant’s Park. Its main duties will include auto and truck diagnosis and lite repair.

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Statewide honor for excellence in farm to school for Jackson County School System Praise was heaped on Jackson County School System recently at the State Capitol as system representatives were honored with the Golden Radish, a statewide award for excellence in farm to school.

Jackson County Schools was recognized with the Golden Radish Award, a prestigious state-wide farm to school distinction which acknowledges the outstanding leadership of school representatives building comprehensive farm to school programs.

The school district was one of 30 honored at the state capitol for this extraordinary work by State School Superintendent Dr. John Barge, Commissioner of Agriculture Gary Black, Public Health Commissioner Dr. Brenda Fitzgerald and Georgia Organics Board Chairwoman Mandy Mahoney.

Jackson County Schools was recognized at the Gold level for their accomplishments during the last school year, which include:

• Locally grown food items were featured in school meals 32 times. There were one or two local items on the menu each month, as well as a Georgia Grown Menu Day every month.

• All 12 schools in the district have their own edible gardens which feature container gardens, raised beds, and greenhouses.

• Students participated in 20 hands-on food activities throughout the year, including South Jackson Elementary School’s cooking carts, which allow children to prepare in class what they harvested from the garden.

School districts across Georgia are using farm to school programs to teach core curriculum, support their local economies, fight obesity and other preventable, food-related diseases, and increase the amount of local food they serve to their students.

The 2014 Golden Radish Award recognizes school districts for all aspects of farm to school during the 2013-2014

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Jackson County School officials were presented the Golden Radish, a state-wide award for excellence in farm to school, by State Ag Commissioner Gary Black, State School Superintendent Dr. John Barge, Commissioner of Agriculture Gary Black, Public Health Commissioner Dr. Brenda Fitzgerald and Georgia Organics Board Chair Mandy Mahoney. The school system also received other recognition for school nutrition and those honors will be announced locally at an upcoming meeting of the Jackson County Board of Education. school year — from local food procurement to hosting taste tests to gardening with students — and is awarded at Gold, Silver, Bronze and Honorary Levels to districts with varying levels of farm to school programs.

“When children are offered fresh, locally sourced foods, they are more prepared for learning today, and more likely to continue healthy habits tomorrow,” said Dr. Barge. “At the same time, their school is supporting local agriculture, which has been and will continue to be an anchor of Georgia’s economy. It’s a positive thing from so many angles.”

“With these great farm

to school programs, including our Feed My School for a Week program, students discover the role agriculture plays in their daily lives,” said Commissioner Black. “These programs not only provide children more healthy alternatives and promote local producers, but also bring communities together for a great cause.”

“Poor nutrition can cause health problems, overweight and obesity,” said Dr. Fitzgerald. “Half or more of your plate should be fruits and vegetables, and farm to school programs have been shown to increase student consumption of these foods.

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of Public Health has been a long-time partner and supporter of Georgia’s farm to school efforts and we’re pleased to see the movement’s leaders recognized today.”

“We are so proud of the school district leaders being recognized through the Golden Radish Award,” said Georgia Organics Board Chair Mandy Mahoney. “In reviewing the applications, it’s clear that farm to school programs are popping up all over Georgia, and that Georgia school districts are committed to continuing to grow and support thriving programs.”

The award publicly recog-

nizes and honors school districts for their hard work in the variety of farm to school programs they offer students. Districts were evaluated on their work in ten different activities of farm to school.

When children are offered fresh, locally sourced foods, they are more prepared for learning.

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30 school systems honored Gold Level Atlanta Public Schools Burke County Public School System Carrollton City Schools City Schools of Decatur Clarke County School District Habersham County Schools Jackson County School System Laurens County Schools Silver Level Bibb County School District Bleckley County School District Fulton County Schools Bronze Level Commerce City Schools Dougherty County School System Forsyth County Schools

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CHURCH NEWs The Knights of Columbus (Council #1212) at St. Catherine Laboure Church will be sponsoring the fall fish fry at Crow’s Lake with proceeds going to fund Knights of Columbus projects supporting both the church and the community. Join in each Friday afternoon before the ball game to enjoy a delicious fried fish dinner.

Available from 4:30-7 p.m.

on Fridays through Oct. 24, the meal will include fish, french fries, hush puppies, cole slaw and ice tea or lemonade. Dine in or carry out. All major credit cards and cash accepted for the $8 per plate meal. sss Barbecue sandwich plates with baked beans, slaw and chips will be sold starting at 11 a.m.

on Saturday, Oct. 18, at Mulberry Baptist Church, located at 5970 Thompson Mill Road in Hoschton. This is a church fundraiser. sss Hoschton United Methodist Church will Church will have worship service at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 19.

On Wednesday, Oct. 29, there will be dinner at 6:15 p.m. followed by Bible study at 7 p.m. in the

fellowship hall.

PrimeTimers will enjoy Bingo and lunch at 11:30 a.m. in the fellowship hall on Friday, Oct. 31.

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OBITUARIES Danny Ray Battles

Died Oct. 7, 2014 Danny Ray Battles, 64 of Buford, died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014.

A memorial service was held Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014, at St. Mary and St. Martha of Bethany Episcopal Church with Father Tim Watts officiating.

Survivors include his wife, Alice Perkins Battles; daughter, Jenifer Battles Goodwin and husband, John, of Hoschton; grandchildren, Alex Goodwin and Jacob Goodwin; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Jean Piplack and husband, Don, Crawfordville, Fla., Buddy Perkins and wife, Cherrie, of Live Oak, Fla., and Joette McHenry of Tallahassee, Fla,; and numerous nieces and nephews that he loved dearly.

Born in Donalsonville, he had lived in the Atlanta area the past 19 years. He retired from Graybar Electric where he served as a manager of several departments. He was a member of St. Mary and St. Martha of Bethany Episcopal Church.

He was a devoted husband, a loving father and the greatest granddad. He had a great love for animals and a wonderful sense of humor.

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Allen James Buday

Died Oct. 10, 2014 Allen James Buday, 82 of Jefferson, died Friday, Oct. 10, 2014.

Born in Donora, Pa., he was a son of the late William and Margaret Dutko Buday.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and was retired from Georgia State University after 20 years. He was also retired from General Motors.

Survivors include his wife Cindy Buday; daughters Noel, Christina and Caroline Buday; son, David Buday; stepson, Michael Bowden; granddaughter, Kaitlyn; and grandson, Aaron.

A private celebration of life service will be held at a later date.

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Joe Chancey

Died Oct. 9, 2014 Joe Chancey, 61, of Bethlehem, died Thursday, Oct. 9, 2014.

A native and lifelong resident of Barrow County, he was the son of the late Bush and Annie Sturdivant Chancey. Mr. Chancey was a 1971 graduate of WinderBarrow High School and was employed by the Barrow County Board of Education maintenance department.

He was a member of Winder Christian Church.

Survivors include his wife, Margaret Hughes Chancey; sons, Michael (Melinda) Chancey of Bethlehem and Mark (Casey) Chancey of Statham; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and sister, Brenda Lee of Commerce.

A funeral service was held Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014, in the chapel of Carter Funeral Home with Pastor Jim Morris officiating. Interment was in Carter Hill Christian Church Cemetery.

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Juanita Metcalf Gooch

Died Oct. 7, 2014 Juanita Metcalf Gooch, 63, of Flowery Branch, died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center, surrounded by her family.

Funeral services were held Friday, Oct. 10, 2014, in the chapel of Memorial Park South Funeral Home with interment following at Memo-

rial Park South Cemetery.

The Rev. Calvin Gooch and the Rev. Leroy Gooch officiated.

Born June 4, 1951, in Toccoa, she was a daughter of the late James B. Metcalf and Myrtle Lee Smith. She was a member of True Faith Baptist Church in Jonesboro and enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Grady Metcalf.

Survivors include her husband, Donald Gooch; daughter and son-in-law, Michelle and Brandon Bouchard of Gainesville; daughter, Tammy Gooch of Flowery Branch; stepchildren, Billy Gooch of Braselton, Stanley and Kelly Gooch of Flowery Branch, Danny and Crystal Gooch of Clermont, Donna Gable of Braselton and Carolyn and Wayne Knight of Flowery Branch; grandchildren, Jared, Zack, Ashley and Christopher; great-grandchild, Coleton; 10 stepgrandchildren; several step great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; brothers, Junior Metcalf of Athens, Ricky Metcalf of Winder and Tommy Metcalf of Indiana; sisters and brothers-in-law, Joyce and Roger Meeks of Canon and Kathy and Donald Markham of Buford; and several nieces and nephews.

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Kevin Arlie Ledford

Died Oct. 10, 2014 Kevin Arlie Ledford, 18, of Homer, died Friday, Oct. 10, 2014.

Born in Gainesville, he was a son of Tony Allen Ledford of Toccoa and Kimberly Arleene Payne Ledford of Homer. He was employed by Calvin Klein.

Survivors, in addition to his parents, include his brother, Kyle Ledford of Homer; and grandmother, Martha Ledford of Commerce.

Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 13, 2014, at Ridgeway Baptist Church with the Rev. Bill Manus officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Ridgeway Baptist Church Bus Ministry, 942 East Ridgeway Road, Commerce, GA 30529.

Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce The Paper, Oct. 16, 2014

Evelyn Darlene Landers

Died Oct. 11, 2014 Evelyn Darlene Landers, 52, of Statham, died Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014.

Evelyn loved to read, and was very computer literate.

She also enjoyed profes-

sional football. She was preceded in death by her father, Herbert Sargent.

Survivors include her spouse of 31 years, Billy Ray Landers; mother, Joanne Sargent; son, Billy Landers of Bethlehem; daughter, Brandie Landers of Winder; brothers, Russell Sargent and wife Melissa and Wendell Sargent and wife Tracey, all of Winder; sister, Linda Sargent of Statham; nieces, Wendy Sargent, Katelyn Sargent and Haley Sargent; and granddaughter Alexis.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2014, in the Lawson Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Lindell Hunsley officiating. Interment was held in Melwood Cemetery in Stone Mountain.

Lawson Funeral Home, Hoschton The Paper, Oct. 16, 2014

Clifford Theron Lester

Died Oct. 8, 2014 Clifford Theron Lester, 90, devoted husband and father and master gardener, died Thursday, Oct. 8, 2014.

Born Dec. 1, 1923, in Gwinnett County, he was a son of the late Charles Rawlins and Georgia Alma Nora Brand Lester. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Bonnie Grace Lester. After retiring from the Board of Education in Gwinnett County in 1987, Theron and Gene relocated to Ila where their love of gardening, farming, and family and friends flourished.

Survivors include his loving wife of 68 years, Connie Geneva Thompson Lester; sons, James Gary Lester and Rodney Glenn Lester; daughters, Brenda Lester Ashmore and Becky Lester Miller and husband Gary Miller; grandchildren, Meghan Ashmore Alvarez (husband Sixto), Rodney Glenn Lester Jr., Mary Allison Keating (husband Will) and Zachary Clifford Miller; great-grandson, Samuel Rawlins Alvarez; brother, William Avery Lester and wife Vera Thompson Lester; and sister, Frances Lorine Roberts.

Services were held on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014, in the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home with the Rev. James Shelton officiating. Interment followed in the Mt. Hermon Church Cemetery.

Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce The Paper, Oct. 16, 2014

Eileen L. Miller

Died Oct. 11, 2014 Eileen L. Miller, 85, of Hoschton, died Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014, after an extended illness.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2014, at Prince of Peace Catholic Church,

located at 6439 Spout Springs Road in Flowery Branch. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or St. Jude Medical Center.

Mrs. Miller was preceded in death by her husband, Donald W. Miller.

Survivors include her children, Robert Miller and wife Becky of Mechanicsville, Va., Dennis Miller of Hoschton, Sharon O’Connor of Buford, Kevin Miller and wife Angie of Stephens City, Va., and Jeff Miller and wife Sherry of Dacula; 10 grandchildren; 10 greatgrandchildren; sisters, Helen Rodham and husband John of Dubuque, Iowa, Marian Marlin and husband George of Newark, Del. Born in Dubuque, Iowa, she had lived in the Atlanta area the past six years. She was a retired secretary from Christ The Redeemer Catholic Church in Sterling, Va., and was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church.

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Susan Lorraine McGuinness

Died Oct. 11, 2014 Susan Lorraine McGuinness, 71, of Blairsville, died on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014, at her residence.

A prayer service will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2014, at Chestnut Mountain Church with Pastor Marty Woodall officiating.

Born Dec. 30, 1942, in Bronx, New York, she was a daughter of the late Marguerite and John O’Malley. She was a homemaker, mother, executive secretary, grandmother and faithful Christian follower of the Lord. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, George McGuinness; and her sister, Pat Lombard.

Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law, Carolyn and Brian Cargle of Marietta and Janet and Geoff Hart of Braselton; sister, Joan Tormey of Alva, Fla,; grandchildren, Jackson and Casey Cargle and Ella Hart; and many nieces and nephews who were all were very dear to her heart.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to honor her memory by supporting the charity that touched her heart the most at this tribute fund page:www.fundraising. stjude.org/site/TR/Events/ Tribute?pg=fund&fr_ id=1341&pxfid=114755 Memorial Park South Funeral Home, Flowery Branch The Paper, Oct. 16, 2014

7 p.m. daily. On Thursday, Oct. 16, Christ the King Ghana Methodist Church at 208 N. Broad St., in Winder is the host church with the Friday, Oct. 17, revival at Aliento de Vida (Breath of Life) located at 11 Athens St., in Winder.

Church of God of Prophecy at 333 Wright St., in Winder is hosting the Saturday, Oct. 18, revival service.

The 7 p.m. service for Sunday, Oct. 19, will be held in a tent placed at 450 Pinetree Circle in

Maysville. Another week of revival services through Oct. 26 will be hosted at the tent.

For more information on the Whole Body of Christ Alliance or the upcoming revival, contact Rick Hempton at 706-4997976. sss

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edith) Owens of Bethlehem; grandchildren, Sam Owens of Bethlehem, Anna Roberts and Ella Roberts, both of Zebulon; and siblings, Joe Duke of Clermont and Frank Duke and Annette Compton, both of Flowery Branch.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2014, in the chapel of Carter Funeral Home with the Rev. Larry Williams and the Rev. David Cook officiating. Interment will be in Barrow Memorial Gardens.

Memorials may be made to Eagle Ranch, P.O. Box 7200, Chestnut Mountain, GA 30502.

Carter Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, Oct. 16, 2014

Died Oct. 19, 2014 Grace Runette “Net” Timms Oakes, 88, of Monroe, died Friday, Oct. 10, 2014.

She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church in Dahlonega. She retired as a dietician from Lumpkin County Middle School. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Ada Estelle Smith Timms; her husband of 43 years, the Rev. James Marion “Bill” Oakes; and a son, James Keith Oakes.

Survivors include her son, Douglas Oakes (Jean) of Monroe; daughter, Susan O. Webb of Greensboro; brother, Bobby Timms of Monroe; grandchildren, Doug Oakes Jr., (Kelly Harwood Oakes), David Oakes (April Armstrong Oakes), Bradley Webb, Manda Oakes Plummer (Adam) and Melissa Oakes Kniffin (Matt); great-grandchildren, Alexandria Harwood, Julie Oakes, Dixie Oakes, Adriana Plummer, Dylan Kniffin and Daniel Kniffin; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services were held Monday, Oct. 13, 2014, at Mount Moriah Baptist Church Cemetery with Mr. Lyndell Timms officiating.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Silverleaf of Snellville and Silverleaf Hospice for all their loving care and support. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Kathy Reed Owens

Died Oct. 13, 2014 Kathryn “Kathy” Reed Owens, 71, of Winder, died Monday, Oct. 13, 2014.

A native of Flowery Branch, she was a daughter of the late Otto and Annie Bell Reed Duke. She served as the Human Resource Director at Winder Health Care and Rehab. She was a member of Union Baptist Church and was a former resident of Marietta. She had resided in Winder for the past 28 years.

Survivors include her husband, Rufus Owens; children, Bryan Owens of Brooklyn, N.Y., Janet (Daniel) Roberts of Zebulon and Jon (Mer-

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Kristen Elizabeth Wells

Died Oct. 9, 2014 Kristen Elizabeth Wells, 16, of Flowery Branch, died Thursday, Oct. 9, 2014, at Scottish Rite Hospital of Atlanta, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 13, 2014, in the chapel of Memorial Park South Funeral Home with the Rev. Clyde Self officiating.

Born Dec. 28, 1997, in Gainesville, she attended 12 Stone Church in Flowery Branch. She was a junior at Flower Branch High School, where she was a member of the volleyball team and the school chorus.

Survivors include her parents, John C. Jr., and Lisa Ann Wells of Flowery Branch; brother, John C. Wells III of Statesboro; and uncles and aunts, David and Lottie Holzendorf of Columbia, S.C., Steven McEnroe of Phoenix, Ariz., and Cathy Wells and Bill Staskiewicz of Suwanee.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CURE Childhood Cancer, 1117 Perimeter Center West, Suite N-402, Atlanta, GA 30338, 800-443-CURE, www.curechildhoodcancer.org.

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older) who do not have medical insurance during a 9-11 a.m. event on Oct. 25 at the New Community Church Office, located at 123 Merchants Park Drive in Hoschton. A registered pharmacist will be administering the shot.

Snacks offered. sss Fall is here, so come get your pumpkins at The Springs Pumpkin Patch. The Patch is open weekdays from 2-8 p.m., from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturdays and from noon to 8 p.m. on Sundays. The Springs is located at 6553 Spout Springs Road, in front of Flowery Branch High School. Proceeds benefit single parent and foster families in the area, as well as Hall Family Promise. sss Reuse, recycle and rejoice: An event to help feed the hungry in Hall County will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18, at St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, located at 2920 Landrum Education Drive in Oakwood, behind University of North Georgia and Lanier Tech.

Reuse: A multi-church yard sale featuring quality second hand goods.

Recycle: A paper shredding opportunity.

Personal papers will be shredded on site for a minimum fee. Additional donations accepted.

Rejoice: Enjoy our church choirs while feasting on a free hot dog for lunch. Drinks, chips and baked goods will also be available.

The event is being sponsored by Christ Lutheran Church, The Springs, McEver Road Methodist, St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, East Lanier Community Church and Oakwood United Methodist with all proceeds benefiting the South Hall Community Food Pantry. sss The Church of Hoschton is now selling tickets for a Chicken Q from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25.

Tickets are $10 per plate and include a chicken half, baked beans, cole slaw, bread and a dessert.

Drinks will be available to purchase. Buy your tickets, then come and bring your kids to the Fall Festival, being planned as an annual event. There will be hayrides, pumpkin carving, inflatables, games and lots and lots of fun and, best of all, it’s all free.

Also mark your calendar for Trunk or Treat from 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 29. Hotdogs, chips and all the trimmings will be available. For information,

The Paper | Thursday, October 16, 2014 call the church office at 706-654-8415 or Pastor Cory Sexton at 678-2349408. All events will take place at 99 E. Jefferson St., in Hoschton.

The Church of Hoschton is hosting Bible study for ladies in the community on the third Tuesday evening at 6:30 in the classroom at the rear of the church building.

Service times are as follows: Sunday school at 9:30 a.m., worship at 10:30 a.m., evening worship begins at 6 and Wednesday prayer meeting starts at 7 p.m. with Bible study to follow at 7:30. Call the church office at 706-654-8415 or Pastor Cory Sexton at 678234-9408. The church is located at 99 E. Jefferson St., in Hoschton. sss Bethany United Methodist Church will hold an arts and crafts show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18, with all-day entertainment in the gym. A concession stand will be offered. Vendors and performers are being sought.

Also the church will hold its fall festival from 5:30-8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25. A super soup contest is planned along with a cake walk, Bingo, free games and a moon walk for kids. A concession stand will be available.

In addition, Bethany United Methodist Church will have Trunk or Treat and a Weenie Roast at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 29.

The church is located at 4659 Brockton Road in Jefferson. Call the church office at 706-367-8042 or email bethanyumcalive@ gmail.com sss Beginning Thursday, Oct. 23, a women’s study group will meet at 7:30

p.m. at Arbor Pointe Church to read and study Lysa TerKeurst’s book “The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands.”

For more information, visit www.arborpointe. org or email admin@ arborpointe.org. sss Union Baptist Church in Winder is hosting Trunk or Treat from 4-6 p.m. on Oct. 26.

Revival entitled “Overcome Week” will be at 7 p.m. from Oct. 19-22 with Evangelist Brian Fossett.

Union Baptist Church is located at 527 Union Church Road in Winder. Visit www. unionbaptistwinder.org or call 770-867-7273. sss Winder Church of God will host KidsFest 2014 from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25.

The church is located at 476 Jefferson Highway in Winder. Enjoy free food, bounce houses, carnival games, face painting, giveaways, costume contest, Wheels of Hope and much more.

Everything is free. Come join in the fun for the whole family. For more information, call 770867-4123. In the event of rain, the festival will be postponed to Saturday, Nov.1. sss A new ladies’ study group will begin meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays starting Oct. 23 at Arbor Pointe Church. The focus of this study will be a new book by Lysa TerKeurst titled, “The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands.” Cost for the book is $10. For more information, contact the church at 770-272-6778 or admin@arborpointe.

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visit the pumpkin patch

The Second Saturday Festival with The Vine Church at The Springs found this group of young people – Sarah Grant, who got her face painted (below), Autumn Graham, Abigail Tullis, Holly Avera, Natalie Greene and Claire Grant – having a great time at The Pumpkin Patch. The Vine partnered with The Springs United Methodist Church to provide pumpkins to identified families and also entertain them at a fall festival-type event. The Pumpkin Patch is open from 2-8 p.m. on weekdays, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturdays and from noon to 8 p.m. on Sundays. The Pumpkin Patch is located at 6553 Spout Springs Road across from Flowery Branch High School. org. Arbor Pointe Church is located in the Towne Center Plaza at 115 Towne Center Parkway, Hoschton. Visit www. arborpointe.org. sss The Gordon Street Fall Festival will be held from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 26. Everyone is invited to come to the Fall Fest at Gordon Street Park. There are going to be hotdogs, popcorns, games, inflatables, face painting and more. It is going to be fun for the whole family. The event is being hosted by First Baptist Church, located at 246 Washington St., in Jefferson. Dr. Michael Helms, senior pastor, can be contacted at 706-3678332. sss

Arbor Pointe Church will host Trunk or Treat and chili cookoff on Oct. 26. The community is invited to stop by 115 Towne Center Parkway in Hoschton from 5-7 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 26, for a fun night of costumes, candy and cooking. Visit www.arborpointe.org. sss A new worship series at Arbor Pointe Church is Parables: Rediscovering the stories of Christ. This new series will cover some of the best-known stories that Jesus himself told to illustrate the nature of God. These stories meet us where we are and invite us to know God better. You’re invited to (re)discover these stories at Arbor Pointe Church every Sunday at

10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday school and a youth class are offered at 9:15 a.m.; Children’s Sunday school is offered through fifth grade as a part of the worship time. Visit Arbor Pointe on the web at www.arborpointe.org, like them on Facebook or follow them on Twitter (@ ImperfectAPC). sss Living Word Worship Center in Jefferson conducting a collection drive for toiletries and other items for the homeless through the month of October. Thank you to everyone who has already donated toys. Donations can be dropped off in the foyer of the church located at 267 Mahaffey St., in Jefferson.

Call 706-367-5317.

Thursday, October 16, 2014

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A name can be of top importance Corporate America often spends loads of money finding the right name for a product.

Everything from laundry detergent to automobiles is named after all sorts of research is done.

Some names just don’t work. If you had a floor wax or furniture polish made from scratch, it would not be prudent to name it “Scratch.” Folks would not buy Scratch Furniture Polish.

The same is true if your nickname is Baldy and you own a barber shop.

Some names lose their appeal because of someone famous. I don’t know how many people named Hitler live in Germany, but Adolf Hitler messed things up for them. I would think Hitler’s Bakery or Used Car Lot would not be popular establishments.

The group of thugs that call themselves ISIS has done the same thing.

Isis is the name of the Egyptian goddess of health, marriage and love. She was considered to be the ideal mother.

More than 270 registered federal trademarks contain the word “Isis.” A company in New Jersey is named Isis and sells wigs and hairpieces. The unsought association with the terrorist organization has not helped their business.

A California pharmaceutical company is called Isis.

I’m sure that has resulted in some interesting conversations for their sales representatives.

Companies that sell bridal and formal wear have the name Isis; after all, she was the goddess of marriage.

Giving something a name is a challenging task.

Somebody decided a moniker for you when you were born. For most people, it stays with you the rest of your life.

Joy The Clown lived in Hall County for a number of years before he died. I don’t know what his birth name was. He went to court and legally changed his name to Joy The Clown. It

Harris Blackwood was on his driver’s license.

In the days when I was a television reporter, people would sometimes ask if Harris Blackwood was my real name. Yes, it is.

I once knew a man whose given name was Charlie Brown. He took the association with the cartoon character in stride.

It might not be as easy for someone named Lee Oswald or Charles Manson.

The writer of the book of Proverbs says a good name is more desirable than riches. I agree, but what do you say to upstanding people who suddenly find that they share the name with a terrorist, criminal or dictator?

The name “Jesus” is used quite often by Spanishspeaking people. I looked on the state sex offender registry and about six people are named Jesus.

That’s got to make the original Jesus pretty upset.

Several people were named Angel. That didn’t work out so well.

I feel for companies with the name Isis. They felt they were choosing a worthy name that described their business as a good place. Now, a bunch of no-good folks who hate America have dragged that name through a worldwide mud puddle, making customers do a double-take.

That’s just not right.

By the way, I would suggest one name change.

For all those American citizens who have gone overseas and fought with ISIS against America, we should change their names to Useless Traitor.

Harris Blackwood is a Gainesville resident whose columns appear weekly.

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Gardening lessons from Faulkner Sometimes I look across our yard and sigh, somewhat woefully.

“Too much of that stubborn red Georgia clay shines through,” I think.

“Oh, one day ...”

I have been thinking this for six or seven years. I’d love for grass to grow where the orangey-redness dominates and the rocks glitter in the unblinking sun. It takes hard work, money, dedication and water to do what I’d like to do. I can supply the hard work and much of the dedication, but the money and water are bosses unto themselves.

I tried. A couple of times, at least. It cost a small fortune in seed and fertilizer to cover half of the yard while my freckles multiplied rapidly in the three days it took me to cover it with straw.

But I lost two pounds and I’ll take more freckles if it means less poundage.

“You know, I have a blower that could do that straw in twenty minutes,” Rodney commented AFTER the work was done.

“And you didn’t tell me before?”

He shrugged. “Didn’t think of it.”

Ronda Rich Then, after that hard work, dedication and small fortune, the rain didn’t come. A drought, both times, stole from me everything I had sweated.

Oh, I know there are people who would have spent whatever money and water it took to wet the ground. I lived in a subdivision once where there were folks who had fantastic lawns because of regular watering, while folks a few miles away didn’t have enough water pressure to shower.

I can’t do it. I can’t rob the environment while others suffer. We have to share the resources. It’s the neighborly thing to do.

“Maybe we should put in a well,” Tink suggested. I nodded. I didn’t do that when I built the house because I didn’t realize that technology had made wells practically maintenance-free.

I just remembered all the times, in freezing weather, that Daddy had primed ours when I was growing up.

“Or we could irrigate from the creek,” I said, somewhat distractedly. So many thoughts come into my head at once when I think about the yard I’d like to have.

Lately, though, I’ve been thinking a lot about William Faulkner when I survey the bald patches and the raggedy weeds that spring up between the spare blades of grass. Have you ever visited Rowan Oak, his longtime home in Oxford, Mississippi which is now owned by Ole Miss? Now, that yard makes mine look like the grounds of the Palace of Versailles in comparison.

The Southern colonial farmhouse sits back behind some tall, scruffy pines. The path leading to the house is dirt and often scattered with pine needles. The yard has bare patches and there is no proper landscaping around the house which, I would like to point out, I do have in the form of boxwoods, hollies, Confederate jasmine and azaleas. The bushes that grow here and there at

Rowan Oak are plain and simple as though they grow wild there and not planted by man.

Behind the house are scattered buildings — storage and barn — and the backyard looks like those of my mountain family who cut the grass (or let the mules out to graze) and that was it.

I think of Rowan Oak when I look at my yard and remember what Faulkner told his wife when she told him that she would like to restore the gardens and make a pretty place of it. I can imagine him now, tilting his head down to look up at her when he spoke sternly.

“Only new money would ruin a garden like that.”

That makes me feel better for I have no new money and the old money I spent on it was obviously wasted.

So, I’ll just keep what’s left of the old money and learn to admire the old yard.

Thank you, Mr. Faulkner.

Ronda Rich is the bestselling author of several books. Sign up for her newsletter at www.ronda rich.com. Her column appears weekly.

Other statewide races bear watching this year With all of the focus on campaigns for governor and senator, it’s easy to overlook the fact there are other statewide races on the ballot for November.

These offices range from lieutenant governor to labor commissioner, and most of them were captured by Republicans in the great election sweep of 2010 that cemented Georgia’s position as one of the reddest of the red states.

The GOP is heavily favored to win all but one of these elections, a projection easily explained by the available financial data. In every instance, the Republican incumbent has raised many more dollars from contributors than the Democratic opponent.

Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle, for example, had $2.02 million in contributions as of June 30 (the Sept. 30 reports were not on file as this column was being

Tom Crawford written). His challenger, former legislator Connie Stokes, reported $60,997 in contributions. Stokes’ amount was roughly onethirtieth of Cagle’s total.

Attorney General Sam Olens raised $3.13 million.

Greg Hecht, a former state legislator, raised $317,092, which is a credible amount for a statewide campaign but is barely one-tenth the money Olens had.

Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black pulled in $1.39 million in contributions. Chris Irvin, the grandson of former Commissioner Tommy Irvin, reported only $44,012 Secretary of State Brian Kemp had $1.06 million in contributions, while Dem-

ocratic nominee Doreen Carter reported a miniscule $10,766. That gave Kemp a financial advantage of almost 100-to-one.

Insurance Commissioner Ralph Hudgens raised $876,349 to $16,384 for Liz Johnson. Labor Commissioner Mark Butler reported $239,082 compared to $46,455 for Robbin Shipp.

It’s difficult to beat an incumbent under the best of circumstances. It’s laughable to think you can do it when the incumbent is outraising you by a margin of 30-1 or 100-1.

The one exception to this expected GOP sweep is the race for state school superintendent, where there is no incumbent running.

In this campaign, the Democratic nominee (Valarie Wilson) has been able to raise a little more money than the Republican candidate (Richard Woods). The most recent

polling also indicates a very competitive race between Woods and Wilson.

Money does make a difference in politics.

While the media haven’t been covering these races to any great extent, they could have an impact beyond this year’s election.

At least three of the Republican incumbents — Cagle, Olens, and Kemp — are thought to be interested in running for governor in 2018.

Cagle, Olens and Kemp should win their re-election races, but compare the vote totals each of them receives. The one who gets the most votes could well become the front-runner in the Republican primary in the 2018 governor’s race.

These are obscure election campaigns, but you should take the time to check them out. They’re important.

Tom Crawford is editor of The Georgia Report.

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Early voting for the Nov. 4 General Election began Monday, Oct. 13, and wraps up on Oct. 31.

In Jackson County, early voting will be at the Jackson County Administrative Building in Jefferson weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Oct. 31 and on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Early voting at the two Jackson County satellite locations will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 27-31. Those sites are the Braselton satellite in the Municipal Building and the Commerce satellite which is the Parks & Rec Department.

On Election Day, the Jackson County Administrative Building will

not be a polling place as each voter will have to go to their respective home precinct to cast a ballot.

Early voting for Barrow voters is being held at the Barrow County Administration Building at 233 E. Broad St., in Winder, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday through Oct. 31. Saturday voting will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Oct. 25.

In Hall County, early voting will be at the Hall County Board of Elections and Voter Registration office at 2875 Browns Bridge Road in Gainesville from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday through Oct. 31. Saturday voting will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Oct.

25.

In Gwinnett County, the Voter Registration and Elections Main Office is at 455 Grayson Highway, Suite 200, in Lawrenceville where there will be balloting from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday through Oct. 31, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18. A number of other voting locations will be available on Saturday, Oct. 25, and from Oct. 27-31.

Go to www.mvp.sos.ga.gov to see if you are properly registered to vote, to verify your polling location, get early voting site details or to view a copy of the sample ballot for the upcoming election.

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Northeast Georgia Physicians Group West Jackson welcomes Dr. Scott Ellis, celebrates grand opening

By FARAH BOHANNON

fbohannon@clickthepaper.com

Northeast Georgia Physicians Group West Jackson, which opened its new practice location on Aug. 4, held a grand opening and ribbon cutting on Oct. 11 with a family-friendly fall festival.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce, was especially exciting because the staff was joined by Anthony Williamson, President of Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton.

Williamson said he was excited for this physicians group and for the families who came to celebrate the grand opening. Dr. Marissa Mercado moved her practice to this facility and welcomed fellow physician in September, Dr. Scott Ellis, who has relocated to the area from Jacksonville, Tenn.

Depending on the needs of the community, there is additional space for two more physicians, rotating specialists or an internal medicine doctor.

Williamson Jackson County District 3 Commissioner Bruce Yates and representatives of the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce said they were thrilled as well with the new addition to the medical community.

“I am so happy to add this wonderful facility to Jackson County,” said Yates.

This facility took seven months to build with Scott Enloe as the project man-

ager. The look of the facility — light wood floors, stacked stone exterior, colorful landscaping — will reflect the look of the new Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton slated to open next spring.

Since Aug. 4, this building has been functioning with 12 exam rooms, a procedure room, an on-site lab and xray equipment with separate waiting areas for well and sick appointments. Patients can schedule routine and preventative health evaluations, immunizations, physicals, EKGs, women’s health exams, x-rays and laboratory services.

After the ribbon cutting, staff members offered detailed tours of the entire facility and answered any questions that arose. The tour group began in the waiting area where the sick, well and child spaces were and worked its way around the building. The tour participants were able to look inside the exam rooms and saw how the nurses and physicians operate on a daily basis while patients are in

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Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce ambassadors and staff joined with Dr. Marissa Marcado and Dr. Scott Ellis to celebrate the grand opening on Oct. 11 (also below). the rooms. One of the most important facts about this facility is that patients should not have to wait if they are in need of a doctor or nurse at a specific moment.

The tour groups also ventured into the procedure room where cast removals, cyst removals, ingrown toenails and much more will take place on a regular basis.

The x-ray room seemed to be the most popular because of the high-tech equipment.

The participants asked an array of questions from insurance to policies to procedures and much more.

The tours allowed locals looking for a new physician to completely scope out the facility and spend some time getting to know the physicians that offer care to the patients. In fact, the tours were so detailed that even the employee break room — a beautiful kitchen with stainless steel appliances and comfortable tables that are wonderful for midday breaks — was showcased.

While the tours occurred, the parking lot of the medical facility was packed full of

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Continued from 1A son County Correctional Institute and recommended the number of inmates be lowered from 200 to 150, saving the county $250,000.

“I would hope we could possibly come up with more savings,” said Yates, who has requested such an evaluation for the last several budget cycles. The commission, however, has not included any additional funding for such a study although Poe has annually sat down with department heads to evaluate their budgets and look for ways to operate more efficiently and at a lower cost.

Yates said he could not ask citizens to pay more in taxes without first seeking efficiency in governmental operations.

Yates also reiterated his concern about the commission’s priorities that the planned $20,000 expenditure for a boat for the dive team was more important than having an ambulance properly placed to reduce response times to all citizens’ medical emergencies. He said response time to the Talmo/North Jackson area of 25 minutes should be addressed with positioning of the new Med 7 in closer proximity to that area. He said the $20,000 now allocated for the dive team boat would be better invested toward a station location for Med 7.

Yates provided copies of a 2012 email from Steve Nichols, director of the Jackson County Department of Emergency Services, related to the decision process when making a recommendation for an additional medical unit. A map of the EMS master plan which has been delayed due to a lack of funding was also provided. Yates said having a seventh ambulance will help address the situation when first-due units are unavailable and med units from other stations are called to respond.

Earlier in the day, Yates had raised a similar concern and, in the evening session, Commission Chairman Crow noted that Yates had opposed placing a med unit in South Jackson when that community’s response time was 22 minutes compared to 12 minutes for the West Jackson area.

Yates contended a larger concentration of population would be better served with placement in West Jackson. On Monday, Crow noted that the second ambulance in West Jackson would have decreased response time to West Jackson with the South Jackson response still more than 20 minutes. Crow also supplied a map prepared by the GIS department which showed the majority of the EMS responses of 25 minutes or more from 2010-2012 were in the Commerce and Jefferson areas with others scattered across the county.

Poe said by budgeting conservatively, not being optimistic about revenues and closely tracking spending, the county was in good shape last year and would not have used reserves until the $1.2 million owed by the airport was written off.

The Jackson County Airport was a sore subject at the evening session when several

commented on the need to privatize the facility and get the taxpayers off the hook for what Hoschton resident Ron Johnson referred to as a private club for some. Johnson said the county could recoup $200,000 to $300,000 on the airport.

Johnson pointed to the fact that the commission was four to five years behind its own EMS implementation plan. “Where did that money go?” he asked. “You guys need to look at priorities.” He asked where the dive team boat would be located. “We need an ambulance more than we need a dive boat.”

Dwight Ware said taxes continue to go up: How much is enough, he asked. He said life is about priorities and if you borrow and can’t pay money back, you could be living in a tent. He said he expects his grandchildren will be paying for the courthouse; although a new courthouse was needed, the bond debt is an example of the payback for borrowing. Ware said to set priorities and count on the money in the bank, not promissory notes. “Sometimes prayer helps, too,” he said.

Ralph Nesmith of Jefferson asked the commission to think if they had a loved one in need of emergency service care when they voted on spending the $20,000 for the dive team vessel.

Nesmith asked the commission to consider utilizing zero-based budgeting or a narrative budget. He encouraged the county to look at a different process for creating a budget. He also asked for clarification related to new positions: four new deputies and two 911 center operators with several part-timers going to full-time elsewhere. He asked the board to examine the budget and be sure the planned expenditures were justified. He urged that county to be run like a business and have “the right people at the right time.”

Chairman Crow responded a question about the number of planes landing at the airport. He said four large jets arrived last Thursday and flew out on Saturday. Those jets fueled up on $5 a gallon fuel. Lengthening of the runaway allowed those jets as well as the jets owned by larger industries located in Jackson County to land.

Johnson brought the airport back up later to ask when the Luke Bryan concert that brought in those four jets was returning. He suggested setting priorities and privatizing the airport. He also reminded that he encouraged the board to raise the millage rate last year higher than the .25mill proposal in order to put the employees back to work sooner rather than later. The issue is not the millage rate increase, he said, but the priorities.

Abatements provided to Carter’s, which anticipated an investment of more than $50 million in the new facility and creation of more than 600 new full -time jobs in Georgia by 2015, were question because of the impact on the tax digest.

The third public hearing on the budget and proposed millage rate increase will be held at 6 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 20, in the jury assembly room of the Jackson County Courthouse.

Republicans set to rally voters to cast ballots

By LEANNE AKIN

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An old-fashioned “Get Out The Vote” bluegrass and barbecue event honoring Gov. Nathan Deal and Georgia’s constitutional officers will be held from 4-7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Stacy Britt angus farm in Hartwell.

Special host will be House Speaker David Ralston.

Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle, Secretary of State Brian Kemp, Attorney General Sam Olens, Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black, Insurance Commissioner Ralph Hudgens, Labor Commissioner Makr Butler and State School Superintendent candidate Richard Woods are also being honored by the host committee representing the state senators and state representatives from across the 9th District. Among the hosts are State Reps.

Tommy Benton, Regina Quick and Emory Dunahoo and Sens. Butch Miller, Frank Ginn and John Wilkinson.

Area residents are asked to RSVP to Jackson County GOP chairman Ron Johnson at 770-310-4515 or chairman@windstream.net or Hall County GOP chairman Kris Yardley at 770-572-3475 or kyardley@bellsouth.net Rep. Benton told a group of Jackson County Republicans gathered for an Oct. 11 breakfast meeting that Republicans across the state need to come together in support of Gov. Deal. He points out that Democratic nominee Jason Carter has been raising money across the country and has raised more money in Chicago than in Georgia. Benton urged donations of $5, $10 or whatever one can give to help get the Republican word out as the Democrats have been working hard to up voter registration. Benton said he expects to see church vans taking voters to the polls for some of the Sunday voting days which are being added in some communities.

The need for Republican solidarity comes as a Republican primary candidate is urging his supporters to go with the Libertarian candidate.

“We need folks to be vocal and offer to take family members and friends to the polls or request absentee ballots,” said Benton.

Johnson said work is under way to engage Republican voters. He said party treasurer Larry Ewing has been out knocking on doors across Jackson County and other efforts are under way to encourage Republican voter turnout. He said excitement is building at East Jackson Comprehensive High School where a Young Republicans group is set to start up after students were invited on the bus ride to the recent statewide debate featuring candidates on the Nov. 4 ballot.

Johnson said plans had been to discuss the impact of abatements on the tax digest as it relates to the Jackson County School System and the West Jackson Fire Department in particular but information from his Free-

dom of Information Act made of the Jackson County Industrial Development Authority has not yet been fulfilled and neither School Superintendent Dr. April Howard nor West Jackson Fire Chief Ben Stephens could attend the Saturday morning meeting. Jackson County Schools were on fall break.

The IDA’s charter and enabling legislation as well as subsequent amendments were requested.

IDA member Jim Shaw was in attendance.

Johnson, who briefly mentioned the $20,000 dive team boat included in the Jackson County budget proposal, urged individuals to attend the series of public hearings on the budget and millage rate increase under consideration.

“I encourage you to attend and speak up,” said Johnson, who noted he was the only person at one of last year’s public hearings.

Johnson shared information about the Education REACH program which Deal piloted to help provide financial incentives for students to perform well in the classroom and as citizens for an opportunity to tap into scholarship dollars. See more at www.reachga.com On the Nov. 4 ballot will also be several questions for voters including whether to add reckless driving penalties or fees to the brain and spinal trust fund, per House Resolution 1183. Johnson said since the ballot question is open-ended and does not specify an amount to be added to any fines, he opposes the measure.

On the statewide referendum relating to allowing property owned by the University System of Georgia and operated by providers of student housing and other facilities to remain tax-exempt, Johnson noted that he thinks the issue should go to the voters.

Early voting began Oct. 13 and continues through Oct. 31. He encourages citizens to ask family and friends, “Have you voted yet?”

Johnson urged support for David Perdue and he asked those who have out-of-state friends and relatives where Republican candidates are seeking election to encourage votes for Republicans. In talking with a candidate from out of state, Johnson said there are plans to have a Republican majority Senate take action on the 387 bills passed by the sitting which are sitting on the desk of Harry Reid. Moving that legislation to President Barack Obama will show “who’s holding the government up,” Johnson said.

With the current conservation exemptions which do not require a forestry plan as many counties do, Johnson said the local school systems are being financially hurt. He said he would work toward getting the forestry plan requirement added while working among a bill which Sen. Frank Ginn is promoting that would allow property in conservation to be taken out a little at a time for development without penalty.

“That potentially hurts real farmers in Georgia,” said Johnson.

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TOURNAMENT BOUND: Lady Dragons and Panthers quailfy for Class AAA state tournament

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Left: Jefferson Lady Dragon junior Lindsey Nilsen sends the volleyball back over the net during the Lady Dragons’ win against the Jackson County Lady Panthers on Saturday at the Region 8-AAA tournament. Jefferson is the No. 3-seed for the Class AAA state playoffs. Right: The Jackson County Lady Panthers celebrate after defeating East Jackson on Saturday to advance to the Class AAA state playoffs. It is the first time in 21 years the volleyball team has made the state tournament.

BY CHARLES PHELPS

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WATKINSVILLE—After dropping games last Thursday during the first day of the Region 8-AAA championship tournament, the Jefferson Lady Dragons and the Jackson County Lady Panthers each needed to win its first game on Saturday to preserve a spot in the Class AAA state playoffs.

Both did just that as the Lady Dragons defeated Hart County and the Lady Panthers defeated East Jackson to secure the final two playoff spots for the Class AAA state playoffs out of Region 8-AAA.

After the victories, the two teams played each other where seeding was determined. The winner was guaranteed at least the No. 3-seed, while the loser was locked in at No. 4.

The Lady Dragons ousted the Lady Panthers from the region tournament, winning by a score of 25-18, 25-22.

The Lady Panthers traveled to Westminster for its firstround playoff game.

“It was like having a weight lifted off my shoulders,” Jackson County head coach said Deborah Hayes said of the victory over East Jackson which secured the Lady Panthers’ playoff spot.

She told her squad afterwards, “That was my goal this

Season of Champions

BY CHARLES PHELPS

MORGAN COUNTY—The Jackson County Lady Panthers’ softball team stared down the best teams Region 8-AAA had to offer. Surviving the onslaught of the double elimination-style tournament, the Lady Panthers bounced back from an early loss on day one and extracted some revenge to claim the region championship and No. 1-seed in the Class AAA state playoffs, last week.

“It is a great feeling,” Jackson County head coach Chessie Laird said. “Our girls fought hard out of the loser’s bracket after losing the (first) game against Oconee (County) on Tuesday and coming back with a vengeance beating East Jackson, Morgan (County) and Oconee (twice).”

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year,” to make the state playoffs.

“I don’t think anyone expected them to do this well,” she explained. “And, I don’t give myself credit, I give them credit for their hard work. We practiced on our off days and if we had to go for more than two hours, they would go for more than two hours.

“I just credit them for sticking with me, since this is my first year,” Hayes continued. “They could have given up on me and not listened, or not paid attention, but they did. They gave

After losing its first game of the tournament 5-4 to Oconee County, Jackson County outscored its next opponents East Jackson and Morgan County 14-1 to set-up a rematch with Oconee County for the championship.

The Lady Panthers kept the momentum rolling, beating the Lady Warriors 6-0 and 5-3, respectively to claim the championship.

“Our team, all 14 (players), whether they got into the game or not, were extremely focused and determined to finish the tournament strong. I don’t think we could have finished a better way,” Laird explained.

“It was good for us to prove to ourselves that we can win multiple games back to back to back.”

Senior Alyssa Dasher tallied up four hits and three RBIs in the two games against

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Lady Hawks fall to Lady Eagles, take second place in region

BY CHARLES PHELPS

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SUWANEE — Down 3-2 and two outs in the bottom of the seventh inning, the Mill Creek Lady Hawks’ softball team was down to its last batter against the Collins Hill Lady Eagles — enter sophomore Hannah Adams.

Adams stepped up to the plate, knowing the game was on the line, she connected on an RBI double which tied the game at 3-3 and sent the game to extra innings.

However, all momentum built vanished when the Lady Eagles crossed the plate five times in the top of the eighth and the Lady Hawks’ bid for the Region 7-AAAAAA championship fell short as they lost 8-3.

With the second-place finish in the region, the Lady Hawks hosted the first round of the Class AAAAAA state playoffs.

“We got better,” Mill Creek head coach Brian Abernethy said. “Kaitlyn Howell threw a great game. You know, we didn’t execute some things early — probably cost a run, maybe two.

“But, yeah, we needed something positive to happen after last night. Just the pitching performance alone was positive for us, so, I think our girls feel a lot better about themselves. The score doesn’t really (reflect that),” he continued. “That’s perfectly fine. Everything will help us. We are just looking forward to whoever we play (in the playoffs).”

Adams went 3-for-4 with two singles, a double and two RBIs. She also recorded a stolen base. Junior Kayla Nichols connected for three singles and sophomore Amanda Natsch went 2-for-4 with two singles and an RBI.

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The Jackson County Lady Panthers celebrate with the Region 8-AAA championship trophy after last Thursday’s win against the Oconee County Lady Warriors

Mill Creek sophomore Hannah Adams connects on an RBI double against the Collins Hill Lady Eagles during last Wednesday’s region championship game.

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Reunion Golf and Country Club is offering junior golf academy and lessons through December. The lessons are divided into groups, from beginners to advanced junior players. Beginners meet on Thursdays from 5-6 p.m., intermediates meet from 5-6 p.m. on Fridays, and advanced juniors meet on Saturdays from 9-10 a.m. Cost per month is $100. Contact the golf shop at 770-967-8300 and online at www.reuniongolfclub.com.

The Jefferson Parks & Recreation Department is having signups for both boys’and girls’youth basketball. The cost is $60 for players ages 6-and-under and $80 ages 8-14. If you are not a city resident, an extra $35 fee will be added. Registration closes Oct. 17 for players ages 6-12; Nov. 1 for players ages 12-14.

Evaluations will be held Saturday, Oct. 25 for players ages 8-10 and Saturday, Nov. 1 for ages 12-14. For more information, visit jrec.sidhelp.com, or call 706-367-5116.

The Jackson County Parks & Recreation Department is having sign-ups for co-ed indoor for players ages 17 and under. Players will be divided up by age including 10-and-under squads, 13 and under and 17 and under.

Registration is open until Nov. 14 with a fee of $60.

Late enrollment starts Nov. 10 with a $15 fee on top of the registration fee. For more information, visit www. jacksonrec.com, or call 706-367-6350.

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Tale Of Two Halves: Blue Devils’ second-half surge leaves Panthers behind

BY KYLE FUNDERBURK

County plays later, the Panthers’ hole grew bigger and hard to climb out of as they fell 42-13 on Friday night.

Jackson County (1-6, 0-3 Region 8-AAA) managed to stay within eight points of Elbert County despite two first-half fumbles by quarterback Jacob Lewis, which led to Blue Devil touchdowns.

Jackson County junior Jace Latty makes a tackle on Elbert County running back La’Kel Hood during last Friday’s 42-13 loss.

Lewis fumbled one more time in the second half inside the Elbert County 5-yard line, which resulted in a touchback for the Blue Devils.

“We have to take care of the ball,” Jackson County head coach Benji Harrison said. “If you don’t, you usually lose against a pretty good football team like we did tonight.”

Both teams traded defensive stops on the first two possessions, but the Panthers’ second possession ended with a fumble recovery at its own 24-yard line. Five plays later, Elbert County’s Rantious Reed found the end zone on a 3-yard run for his first of four touchdowns.

Reed gained 173 yards on 16 carries.

Lewis answered back immediately with a 57-yard touchdown pass to Chase Wester to tie the game at 7-7.

On the ensuing Blue Devils’ possession, Reed scored on a 29-yard run seconds into the second quarter to regain the lead for Elbert County at 14-7.

A couple of possesions later, Lewis and running back Malik Tuck fumbled the ball on the handoff exchange, giving Elbert County the ball back on the 39-yard line.

Reed wasted little time in capitalizing on the Blue Devils’ opportunity as he took the snap and ran 61 yards to the end zone to extend the lead by 14 points, 21-7.

The Panthers put together a couple of great drives late in the second quarter but settled for field goals of 27 and 25 yards to pull within eight points going into halftime.

The Panthers benefited from a Blue Devils’ fumble early in the third quarter, but an intentional grounding penalty and a sack kept the Panthers from capitalizing on the opportunity.

On its next possession, the Blue Devils’ offense needed just four plays to score as Tra

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JEFFERSON—The Jackson County Panthers kept the score close in the first half against the Elbert County Blue Devils, trailing only 21-13 at halftime.

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COMMERCE —The Hart County Bulldogs have proven all year long that they are a force to be reckoned with in Region 8-AAA. On Friday night, they proved that yet again.

Hart County (6-0, 2-0 Region 8-AAA) punished the East Jackson Eagles in all facets of the game, beating them in grand fashion by a score of 48-7.

The Bulldogs have improved their road record to a perfect 4-0 on the season.

East Jackson (1-5, 0-3) did everything it could to muster up any amount of offense, yet it never mounted to much.

The Eagles were led by sophomore running back Titus Wakefield, who rushed for 75 yards on 14 carries.

“We just have to work harder and keep improving,” Wakefield said. “Jefferson is up next, so we have to come back out here and give it our best.”

Senior running back Taylor Murphy sat out due to an injury.

As a result of that, the Eagles had just 26 yards of offense in the first half.

“This game isn’t easy,” East Jackson head coach Gary Hughes stated. “Winning and losing shouldn’t define who we are, but in our world it does. Do we want to win? Of course we want to win and get to enjoy all of that. But, more importantly I want these guys (players) to understand that the definition of success isn’t always on the scoreboard.

“I want to win. And, I think at some point the tide is going to turn,” Hughes continued. “We aren’t going to practice harder because we lost. We aren’t going to practice less because we won. We are going to practice as (a) team and put our best effort into everything we do because we know that is just who we are as a team. Our mission as a team is to try our best and let the chips fall where they fall. Whatever happens, happens.”

Hart County started the game off with a bang.

After the Eagles attempted an onside kick on the opening kickoff, Dj Craft of

Hart County scooped up the ball and took it 48 yards to the end zone to go up 7-0.

The Bulldogs scored touchdowns on all six drives in the first half.

They were led by senior quarterback Cameron Fouch. He went 8-for-11through the air for 160 yards.

Fouch also added 47 rushing yards on five carries and two touchdowns.

“The biggest part of running an offense is keeping focus,” Fouch said. “You have to keep your foot on the pedal the entire time while also playing fundamentally sound.

“You never want to count yourselves out,” he said referring to the team’s big matchup against the Jefferson Dragons.

“Were a big contender in AAA, I think we can compete with anyone.”

Even with Fouch’s great passing attack, all of the Bulldogs’ touchdowns came via the ground.

The running back duo of Kennan Dillon and Jalen Brown combined for 111 yards and two touchdowns.

The one downside for Hart County was the outrageous amount of penalties they racked up on both sides of the ball.

The Bulldogs had 10 penalties for 80 yards, including four offensive holding calls.

“We can’t afford those penalties,” Hart County head coach William DeVane stated. “To me that’s just lack of concentration. But, other than that we came out here and did what we wanted to do tonight.

“We are 2-0 in the region. I’m very satisfied with that. So, as long as we continue to work and get better, we can beat these teams coming up.”

East Jackson has had one winning season in the program’s eight-year existence.

“We just have to continue to makes strides in the right direction,” Hughes said. “We will get there.”

Hart County will look to continue its dominant play when they take on Jackson County (1-6, 0-3) in Hart County, tomorrow night.

East Jackson travels to Jefferson to take on the undefeated Dragons tomorrow night.

BY CHARLES PHELPS

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HOSCHTON—If there’s one thing the Mill Creek Hawks showed against the Mountain View Bears last Friday, it is the old-age adage: it doesn’t matter how you score, all that matters is how many.

The Hawks scored both by ground and through the air on offense and added two defensive scores en route to a dominating 55-7 victory over the Bears.

Mill Creek (4-3, 3-1 Region 7-AAAAAA) was led by senior quarterback Daniel David who passed for 156 yards and three touchdowns.

He added 42 yards on the ground and a score.

Senior running back Johnathan Hawkins rushed for 73 yards on seven carries and one touchdown. Brian Efianayi added 91 yards on nine carries and one score as well.

Joseph Hull hauled in two of David’s five completions for 99 yards and two touchdowns.

Junior defensive back Chase Turner didn’t want the offense to have all the fun scoring points as he returned an interception 90 yards for a touchdown and a fumble 25 yards for a score.

His brother, Zac Turner, also recorded an interception.

Mill Creek head coach Shannon Jarvis said the adjustments the team focused on since losing a close game to North Gwinnett two weeks ago were playing faster in the defensive secondary and playing looser, not timid and of course, making plays.

“Boy, didn’t they do that tonight,” he said.

“Even the turnovers were caused turnovers.

Kids were flying to the (football).”

He added limiting the turnovers offensively was also a point of emphasis.

“At the end of the day, our kids have bought in to it and played a solid four quarters right here,” Jarvis said. “Mountain View is a good football team. Coach (Doug) Giacone, they are well coached. They’ve got good players and I’m extremely proud of the way our kids executed tonight.”

He said it is rewarding to watch the players see the “fruits of their labor” and hard work pay off.

“We are going to take this and grab the momentum with it and go,” he continued. “Right now, we are 3-1 in the region and the only thing we care about is the region schedule. We have an off week and then the last three games with Collins Hill, Norcross and Peachtree Ridge.

“But, if our kids can continue this and play like they did tonight, this is the first time we’ve seen what this team is capable of this year and we’ve got to maintain it now.”

The Hawks wasted no time in getting on the

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Jefferson head coach Mike Paul talks to his squad during a time-out.

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me the respect…I don’t’ feel like I deserve, but as a coach, you do have that title.”

The Lady Dragons’ next opponent ended up being the Morgan County Lady Bulldogs. The winner of the match was guaranteed at least the No. 2-seed and a home playoff series in the first round. The loser was locked in to the No. 3-seed.

In what turned out to be a three-set thriller, the Lady Dragons fell to the Lady Bulldogs 23-25, 25-16, 22-25.

The Lady Dragons traveled to Blessed Trinity for the first round.

“We’ve got to go on the road,” Jefferson head coach Mike Paul. “It’s a huge chal-

lenge for us to go over there and knock them (Blessed Trinity) off.

“However, if we can, then you knock off one of the superpowers in the state. It’s not going to be easy by any stretch and we know that,” he continued. “We just have got to get in the gym on Monday and Tuesday and prepare and we’ll see what happens.”

It’s not going to be easy by any stretch and we know that.

Mike Paul Jefferson head volleyball coach

Oconee County. Junior Madi Pecht added two hits and two RBIs and Kelsie Gassner added three hits.

Junior Shelton Kendrix pitched a complete-game shutout in the game-one victory.

She recorded three strikeouts. Senior Peyton Sorrells recorded three strikeouts in game two.

“We struggled at the beginning of the sea-

Barnett found the end zone on a 10-yard run.

Barnett finished the game with 94 yards on 15 carries.

The Panthers had one more great drive in them, getting all the way down to the Blue Devils’ 4-yard line, but Lewis fumbled for the third time trying to stretch across the goal line for a touchdown. The play resulted in a touchback for Elbert County.

“I’m not saying that play did us in, but it definitely hurt. You have to take advantage of opportunities,” Harrison said.

The Panther defense achieved a stop following the fumble but they wore down in the fourth quarter as Elbert County scored on two time-consuming drives. The first ended with a 2-yard run by La’Kel Hood. The second ended on a 12-yard run by Reed.

“The score is not indicative of how the defense played. We didn’t come up with stops several times but, for the most part, if we take care of the ball offensively, I think (we) played well enough defensively,” Harrison said.

Jackson County travels to Hartwell, tomorrow night, to face the 6-0 Hart County Bulldogs.

We have to take care of the ball. If you don’t, you usually lose against a pretty good football team like we did tonight.

Benji Harrison Jackson County football coach

board as Hawkins carried the ball five times for 71 yards on the game’s opening possession.

He finished the drive with a pounding 1-yard touchdown run to snag a quick 7-0 lead.

After recovering a fumble on the Bears’ 30yard line, the Hawks’ second possession ended with a missed 45-yard field goal.

The Bears’ next drive ended when Turner intercepted the Bears’ pass attempt and returned it for a touchdown to put the Hawks ahead 14-0 with 2:10 left in the first quarter.

The Bears found the end zone when quarterback Alex Scott connected with running back Nick Harris on a 39-yard touchdown strike to cut the Hawks’ lead to 14-7 with 11:28 left in the second quarter.

Scott finished the game with 205 passing yards. Harris caught four passes for 40 yards and added 29 yards on the ground.

The Hawks responded with an eight play drive which saw David rush for 45 yards and ended when he found tight end Jake Lund for a 12-yard touchdown to bump the lead to 21-7 with 8:32 left in the second quarter.

After fumbling on the fourth possession, the Hawks rebounded on the next, needing just one play as David connected with Hull on an 80-yard touchdown strike with 2:56 left until halftime.

Fifteen seconds later, the Hawks extended the lead to 35-7 when Turner scooped up a Bears’ fumble and returned it 25 yards for a touchdown.

Jarvis said both Turner brothers had a great night.

After a quick Bears’ possession, the Hawks added one more score before halftime as David and Hull connected again, this time for a 19-yard touchdown to take a 42-7 lead at the half.

David added another touchdown in the third quarter, scoring on a 4-yard run.

Efianayi scored the Hawks’ final touchdown on a 2-yard run.

“We executed on both sides of the ball, on offense and defense,” David said. “We made big plays. I’m happy with the win.

“I think we did (a David good job) of taking care of the ball and we got a good amount of turnovers on defense.”

Mill Creek is off this week before hosting Collins Hill on Oct. 24.

son but we are finally coming together as a team,” senior Jessica Baker said. “We really stepped up our game (during the region tournament). Peyton and Shelton pitched very well. There is no other team I would rather spend my last year with.

“I’m really looking forward to competing against schools that we haven’t seen yet. We have great potential and I’m excited to see how that shows on the field,” Baker continued. “We really just need to keep the momentum up and play how we know how to play.”

Jackson County hosted Franklin County in the first round of the state playoffs.

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Vaping his way to better health and finances Hi, my name is Doug, I smoked cigarettes for 36 years until July 1, 2013. I am also a freelance sports photographer for The Paper and have been doing so for the past five-plus years.

The last part is relevant to my decision to quit smoking. Chasing up and down a football field or a soccer field is a pretty decent workout at times and over time since I started at The Paper I realized I was losing lung capacity and would tire quickly and would need to stop frequently to catch my breath. If I wanted to continue to pursue my passion for sports photography I had to do something. Not to forget that I want to be around longer so I can enjoy watching my grandchildren grow up and grow old with my wife of 30 years.

Flash back to 14 months ago and a two and a half pack a day habit. Yes, that’s a lot but I drive in my job and have for 25 years so the habit of smoking while driving had become engrained in my daily routine. We had a new employee at my 9-5 job as a grocery merchandiser and he had what we all called a “magic wand” so we called him our Harry Potter. Over the course of a week we spoke frequently about his nicotine stick and I became more intrigued by the option of an E-Cig and began to do research on all the available varieties and styles and the “e-juice” that is vaporized that delivers the nicotine to your body.

There are only 4 ingredients in the juice, Propylene glycol, vegetable glycerin, flavorings and nicotine.

Nothing more and all FDA approved ingredients. I also found out that Nicotine makes your bodys metabolism higher which explains why a lot of people that stop cold turkey complain about gaining weight which I haven’t experienced.

I was planning on having this written at my one-year anniversary of being tobacco free but I wanted a benchmark moment to truly know that what I was doing was truly helping me and that moment came at the first UGA football game this year. The walk from my tailgate location to the stadium was the perfect test for this.

The past couple of years my walk into the stadium had become a true burden on my body and more so my lungs. This will seem shocking to anyone who doesn’t smoke but the walk was about one third of a mile.

Not a far distance to walk but it was half uphill and half downhill for the rest. In years past I would have to take two breaks during this trek to catch my breath just to make it into Sanford Stadium. This year, well, this year was different. I was able to make it through the entire walk and never had to stop to catch my breath once going into the game or leaving! I felt accomplished and that I had a new lease on life and my switch to vaping was a success.

With this knowledge of where I was before starting on my E-Cigarette and where I am now, I know that what I am doing is much better for my body and health than tobacco ever was. If you are debating on trying an electronic cigarette over tobacco I hope my story of success will help push you in that direction. If you are planning on making the switch you will need to remember five important things about E-Cigarettes.

1. You will experience throat irritation for the first few weeks. For long time smokers it might be hard to remember the throat irritation that was associated with tobacco cigarettes when you first started. Your throat became used to the smoke after a while and the irritation went away. The same is true for E-Cigarettes and the vapor, your throat has to become accustomed to it.

2. There is maintenance involved with the more professional types. There are coil units inside that are charged by the battery to create the vapor. After use they can build up a burnt amount of the juice on them causing them to become less effective. This is due to the sweeteners used in the juices flavorings crystallizing on the wicks. This will also affect the flavor and cause it to taste bad. They cost around $3 a piece and should be changed at least once a week.

3. This is probably the most important thing that will happen and it’s just a matter of conditioning. You will have the urge to have a cigarette between your fingers. This is nothing more than a Pavlov’s Dog effect.

Your brain and body work in unison. When your body wants more nicotine it tells your brain and for years your brain has associated this craving to having a cigarette between your fingers.

You will need to retrain your brain to associate your new E-Cigarette with that craving. When you get that urge just pick it up and feed your body what it wants.

After a few days your brain will get it down.

4. Always have spare batteries. Nothing will stop your progress dead in it’s tracks than having a dead battery and no spare to connect to it and falling back into tobacco.

5. And last but certainly not least, KEEP ALL EJUICE OUT OF REACH FROM CHILDREN! You can overdose on nicotine and it can kill so be a smart

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Woodbine Cemetery is where many from Jefferson’s past have been laid to rest. For the annual Haints and Saints Cemetery Tour, presented by the Crawford W. Long Museum and the Jefferson Community Theatre, some of those characters come to life.

Tour Woodbine Cemetery for for Haints and Saints Oct. 24-26

By FARAH BOHANNON

fbohannon@clickthepaper.com

The ghost of Crawford W. Long made an appearance in Braselton on Oct. 8 as the Friends of the BraseltonWest Jackson Library gathered for the last Lunch & Learn of the season.

This event provided a variety of homemade soups and a green salad as a healthy yet filling lunch.

Andy Garrison, president of the Board of Directors at the Jefferson Community Theater, portrayed Dr. Long complete with the white hair, long coat and extreme southern drawl which served as a preview for the Oct. 24-26 Haints and Saints tours.

The Haints and Saints Cemetery Tours is a living history weekend bringing some of Jefferson’s past residents and their rich history to life.

There will be one-hour walking tours that begin at the Crawford Long Museum on Friday, Oct. 24, starting at 6:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, and a non-walking tour on Sunday, Oct. 26, starting at 2:30 p.m. Tours will depart every 30 minutes with the last tour departing at 9:30 p.m. The tour will lead participants through the Woodbine Cemetery and parts of downtown Jefferson.

Main Street Jefferson Director Beth Laughinghouse gave a brief explanation of the Haints and Saints Tour and discussed how the tours went in the past few years. Each year, the event is a huge success and is a huge excitement during each fall season.

She mentioned that this year’s tours have an exciting cast of characters that are spot on and will make great representations of the original Jeffersonians. These characters will portray local figures from the Civil War to the early 20th century and they will tell their stories during the evening tours.

They will be dressed in costume and present dramatic first-person views of regional and local events and provide an alternative to typical Halloween

activities.

Laughinghouse then told Lunch & Learn-goers about the 2014 cast of characters and helped them get excited for the tours. Participants will gain a plethora of knowledge about Jefferson’s history and will be sure to enjoy themselves.

Dr. Crawford Long will greet the tour attendees prior to the history walk to the cemetery where they will meet Miss Lurline Collier, a Georgia home demonstration agent; GJN Wilson, who served as a superintendent of Martin Institute; Alexander McCoy, a 9 year-old who died from Typhoid Fever; Confederate soldier James Mauldin; and Mary Jane Merck Patrick, a Civil War widow.

Laughinghouse suggests that participants purchase their tickets early because this is an event that should not be missed.

Andy Garrison will direct the production. The cemetery actors are Christine Dalton, Tommy Benton, Dr. John Jackson, Matthew Cheatham and Jani Taylor. Tour guides will be Hilda Smith, Donna Butler, Jackie Bryant Armstrong, Peggy Hoyles and Josh Whitfield.

After Laughinghouse’s presentation, she turned the floor over to Garrison who previewed Haints and Saints to a group of Friends of the Library members as well as a group from Bentley Assisted Living at Westminster in Jefferson. He acted as Crawford Long’s ghost and shared the history of his entire life. He became a doctor at a young age and enjoyed helping people all over Jackson County. It was a great way to learn about the history of a museum so close to home and helped those who were interested understand that the Haints and Saints cemetery tour is a history lesson — not a scary ghost tour. The ghost of Crawford Long ended his presentation by stating “Use your history to mold the future.”

It was something he clearly did.

Braselton Friends of the Library

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Andy Garrison portrayed Dr. Crawford W. Long for the recent Friends of the Braselton-West Jackson Library to give a sneak preview of what those taking the Haints and Saints Cemetery Tour can expect.

Cook it up – black pot style

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Doug Chellew is using a professional style of electronic cigarette with a refillable tank and rechargeable batteries and not the ones that look like real tobacco cigarettes. He has found vaping is a better health option for the former two-pack a day cigarette smoker.

president Dan Aldridge closed the event with a great surprise—on behalf of the Braselton-West Jackson library, an eBook was donated in Laughinghouse and Garrison’s name.

For more information about Haints and Saints, visit www.crawfordlong. org/index.html or call 706-367-5307.

Shields-Ethridge Heritage Farm is hosting the Black Pot Cooking Festival this Saturday, and Susan Chaisson recently issued a special invitation at the Jackson County Historical Society picnic hosted at the farm. Visitors to the festival can observe cooking taking place the oldfashioned way and then enjoy the tasty menu. The blacksmith shop will be open with demonstrations taking place. The commissary and grist mill can be toured and cornmeal and grits will be available for sale. The Sunroom Gang and Mark Garrison & Friends will provide bluegrass music. Call 706-367-2949 for tickets or visit shieldsethridgefarminc.com to purchase using Paypal.

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W-BCT will showcase ‘13 Past Midnight’ starting Oct. 17 Winder-Barrow Community Theatre is proud to announce the cast for the final show in the 2014 Main Stage Season.

“13 Past Midnight” by Billy St. John is a murder mystery comedy where you will have to figure out who the killer is and what weapon they used.

Have you ever played the game “Clue”? Then you will really enjoy this show. Filled with comedy and spooky

events this show is a winner.

The play opens on Friday, Oct. 17, and will run for two weekends at the Winder Cultural Arts Center. The Friday and Saturday shows start at 7:30 p.m., and the Sunday matinees are at 3 p.m. Tickets are now on sale at the Winder Customer Care Center (770-867-3106) and also at Pam Veader’s State Farm Insurance office at 41 S. Center St., in Winder. Tick-

Winder-Barrow Community Theatre is opening “13 Past Midnight” on Friday, Oct. 17, with some spooky fun. ets purchased in advance are only $10 for students, teachers, and seniors (55 and older). Adults are $12.50 in advance. At the door prices

are $13 and $15.

WBCT always donates a portion of the income from each play to a local nonprofit group. CASA (Court Ap-

pointed Special Advocates) is the group who will benefit from this show. Come out and support live theater in Barrow County as well as

this local nonprofit group.

For more information about WBCT and other upcoming events, see www.winderbarrowtheatre.org.

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Bone marrow drive for Susan Kemper is Oct. 18

By FARAH BOHANNON

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Susan Kemper, a horse lover and avid member of Steadfast Farms in Hoschton, has battled leukemia since 2002.

While she has gone into remission several times, the cancer has returned and her current treatment plan is not working. Her doctors say that the next step is a bone marrow transplant. Finding a matching donor can be difficult.

Carol Lawrence, manager of Steadfast Farms, decided that enough is enough and

stepped forward to help host a bone marrow drive, a drive that will hopefully find a match for Kemper.

Members of the Hoschton City Council had listened to Lawrence’s plea during the September council meeting to help Kemper and decided to allow her to use the Hoschton Depot free of charge for a great cause.

The organization that Steadfast Farms is working with is Delete Blood Cancer, the world’s largest bone marrow donation center. Delete Blood Cancer lead the fight to defeat blood cancer by empowering people to take

action, give bone marrow and save lives.

Kemper’s bone marrow drive will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18, at the Hoschton Depot. The testing process includes a simple cheek swab for people between the ages of 18 and 55 as well as over 110 pounds in body weight.

The test is $65 each but people will not be turned away from the test if payment is not possible.

With more testers, there is a larger chance that Kemper will find a match. However, if you are not a match for Kemper, you may be for someone else and potentially save a life.

Lawrence and the Steadfast Farms employees and members would love to have a great turnout on Saturday, so even if getting tested is not a possibility, donations will be accepted to cover testing costs. Encouraging friends

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Susan Kemper, who is actively involved at Steadfast Farms in Hoschton, and friends in the local community are hoping a Delete Blood Center drive can help locate a bone marrow match for Susan or others across the country. and family members to test will hopefully help Kemper reach her goal of finding a bone marrow match so she can continue to do the things that she loves.

Kemper and her husband Bill have been married for 38 years. They have one child who lives in Germany and specializes in biomedical engineering and cancer research at Georgia Tech.

She grew up in Moultrie training hunting dogs and AQHA horses. The Kempers have lived in Lawrenceville since 1976. They are members of the Steadfast family and have had an incredible experience with both the people and the animals. She also enjoys activities such as reading, singing and playing her 12-string guitar, playing board games and clicker

training her enormous flock of bluebirds to come to the deck for meal worms.

Kemper deserves a chance at life. Please consider attending this bone marrow drive on Saturday in Hoschton to take a simple test to see if a life can be changed.

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Continued from 3B vaper and protect your children and others children by keeping it out of reach!

Electronic cigarette shops are popping up in most communities due to the overwhelming popularity of it. Talk with the people in these shops about how much you smoke daily and they can come up with the correct percentage of nicotine to put in your juice to keep you on track. A couple of local shops I frequent are Mad Vapes in Buford and Blazzin Vapes in Elberton.

Both of these shops provide a Flavor Bar where you can try their E-Juices and choose a flavor for you and yes, they even have menthol. There may be other locations near you so check online or the yellow pages.

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Not to forget your car, house and clothes will no longer smell of cigarettes!

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JCCHS band is ‘superior’ at Oconee Classic

The Jackson County Comprehensive High School band performed and competed on Saturday, Sept. 27, among many bands, and marched its way to the Grand Champion trophy along with many other accolades.

On Sept. 27, the JCCHS Panther Band traveled to Baldwin High School in Milledgeville to compete in the fourth annual Oconee Classic.

The band performed extremely well, and received a rating of “Superior” in every category. In addition, the band won first place in class AAAAA, and went on to win the overall grand championship with a score of 95.15.

This is the band’s second consecutive grand championship at this event, according to Band director Nick Golding.

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Top, left: Katie Fife, Senior member of Jackson County FFA, received Reserve Supreme Champion Heifer at the Georgia National Fair in Perry. Katie is pictured with her father, Joe Fife, and Matthew Shirley of Shirley Show Cattle.

Top, right: West Jackson Middle FFA member, Madyson McDaniel and Jackson County 4-H members Savannah Page and Morgan McDaniel placed first in 6th, 5th, and 4th Grade Showmanship classes, respectively. These girls work hard to perfect their showmanship skills, and their hard work paid off.

The band received the following awards: Ratings: Color Guard - Superior Drum Majors - Superior Percussion - Superior Overall Band - Superior Class Awards: AAAAA Color Guard - 2nd Place AAAAA Drum Majors - 1st Place AAAAA Percussion - 2nd Place AAAAA Overall Band - 1st Place Overall Grand Championship Awards (regardless of class): Overall Color Guard - 2nd Place Overall Drum Majors - 2nd Place Overall Percussion - 2nd Place Overall Music - 1st Place Overall Visual - 2nd Place Overall General Effect - 1st Place Overall Grand Championship Band - 1st place

At right, middle: East Jackson Middle FFA President, Austin Hill, had a great showing at the Georgia National Fair! He placed fifth in Eighth Grade Showmanship, won his breed class, and went on to be chosen as Grand Champion Brahman-Influenced Heifer. He is pictured here with his parents, Paul and Diane Hill, and his champion home-grown heifer, Glimmer.

At right, bottom: Cindy Cooper is pictured with her brother, Steven Cooper, and her Reserve Champion Maine Steer, Tontu.

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Jackson Co. Livestock Show Team shines at Georgia National Fair The Georgia National Fair Steer and Heifer Shows were held Oct. 3-5 at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry, and during this annual event, Jackson County 4-H and FFA members exhibited livestock projects and earned many accomplishments.

Successes in the show ring started with showmanship on Friday. Jackson County 4-H members Morgan McDaniel and Savannah Page and West Jackson Middle FFA member Madyson McDaniel placed first and received belt buckles in Fourth Grade, Fifth Grade and Sixth Grade Showmanship, respectively. This was a huge accomplishment and a repeat performance from the Georgia Junior Beef Futurity in July.

Jackson County 4-H member Bella Chandler placed sixth in the Fourth Grade class. In Eighth Grade Showmanship, East Jackson Middle FFA president Austin

Hill placed fifth while Kayley Edwards received ninth place.

Jackson County FFA member Cindy Cooper placed second in 11th Grade Showmanship, and Jackson Schieszer of East Jackson FFA placed 11th. We ended the day with Senior Showmanship, and Jackson County FFA members Allie Duck and Katie Fife placed second and seventh, respectively.

The Heifer Show took place on Saturday and started with Morgan McDaniel and Madyson McDaniel placing first and second in their Simmental classes while Drew Brooksher placed first in his class as well. Drew Brooksher went on to be chosen as Grand Champion of the breed, and Morgan McDaniel took home Reserve Champion.

Heidi Seagraves placed fourth with her Chi-Influenced heifer, and Jackson Schieszer placed fifth with his Limousin heifer. In the

Percentage Simmental Breed classes, West Jackson Middle FFA member Charlie Brooksher placed eighth while his brother Drew placed seventh. Allie Duck placed second, and Katie Fife and Landis Seagraves placed fifth and sixth.

Austin Hill represented Jackson County well in the Brahman Influenced breed classes and took home Grand Champion with his homegrown Beefmaster heifer, Glimmer.

In the Angus breed classes, Savannah Page won her class, and Bella Chandler received second and then went on to earn Reserve Champion of the breed.

Jackson County had five Commercial heifers and all of them received either first, second or third. Wy-

att Chandler and Kayley Edwards both placed third, Cindy Cooper and Allie Duck placed second and Katie Fife placed first. Katie Fife and Allie Duck went on to be chosen as Grand and Reserve Champion Commercial heifer. And finally, as if three Grand Champions and three Reserve Champions weren’t enough, Katie Fife’s Commercial heifer went on to be chosen as Reserve Supreme Champion Heifer.

The Steer show took place on Sunday, and both Cindy Cooper and Wyatt Chandler won their classes. Cindy Cooper went on to earn Reserve Champion Maine with her steer, Tontu.

Jackson County had a great weekend of student successes and memories made.

Posted on the Jackson County School System Facebook page was the following: Congratulations to the band and all of the parents, students, teachers and volunteers that support this amazing program.

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Argument over last name points to deeper problems Hi, Carolyn: I’ve got a problem with my fiance and partner of 4.5 years.

The good: He’s brilliant, creatively resourceful, outgoing, easy to talk to, wonderful at supporting me with my health issues and aligns with me on so many of the big-picture goals that really matter. Kids, money, sex, family, etc.

The bad: He’s stubborn, opinionated yet strongly influenced by the opinions of others, and sometimes unable to empathize.

I’m no doctor, but we both believe he may have a touch of narcissism.

The problem we’re having is about my name. I’m just not sure I’m comfortable assuming his name, I don’t like hyphenation and I don’t want to lose my middle name (which holds a ton of family history) by putting my maiden name there.

I’m also a feminist and don’t think I like the tradition I’d be supporting.

Carolyn Hax My understanding after several unsuccessful talks is that it matters to him because it matters to his family and society as a whole.

I want to value what matters to him, but admittedly I struggle to not see that as a really stupid motivator.

He is unwilling to change his name in any way, and refuses to even discuss alternate ways we could satisfy his needs here.

Last week we had our biggest fight yet about this. His demeanor was the embodiment of every unattractive quality within him, and none of the good.

He told me I would take his name one way or

another, and he wouldn’t discuss it further. This is not the way we speak to each other.

He had a real chance of talking me into it if he’d come to me thoughtfully and lovingly and stated his case. But he went as far as to imply he would not marry me unless I caved on this.

His whole handling of this argument is making me think maybe this is a mistake. I mean, this is marriage we’re heading for.

We’ve been through some major trials, but we’ve never been so unable to communicate. This fight really scares me.

Meanwhile we have appointments with caterers and photographers coming up and I don’t know if we should cancel this whole thing or what. What are your thoughts? — What’s in a Name?

A “touch of narcissism” means only somewhat im-

pressed with oneself?

I keep starting answers that break this issue down to its component parts, like this false start: “His good traits seem to make him entertaining to know while the bad ones make him hell to live with.”

Or, “This issue alone has foiled you because it’s one on which you’re both emotional and deeply invested, so you can’t fall back on having one of you (as in, you?) just care less about it than the other.”

Or, “Your equivocation — ‘I’m just not sure,’ I ‘don’t think I like,’ ‘I struggle to not see that as ... really stupid’ — leaves you particularly vulnerable to someone stubborn, opinionated and/or narcissistic.”

Or just, “Cancel or postpone every distraction .

But every time I start one of these answers, this thought overtakes it: You’ve got your hand on the doorknob, poised to exit a rela-

WORKING IT OUT

tionship with someone who behaves badly enough for the word “narcissist” to be in play.

Can I in good conscience suggest anything, even a thought exercise or schedule adjustment, that might keep you inside?

You don’t need a medical degree or diagnosis here.

If you’ve been fair in your depiction of what you’ve witnessed over the past five-ish years — that, for whatever reason, your fiance is either unwilling or unable to put anyone’s interests above his own — then you know exactly what you’re signing up for with this marriage.

So is this what you want, yes or no?

How people in such a marriage would answer this question, I know without knowing, but you need to come to it on your own.

retirement ceremony. They have mistreated me for years, and about a year ago I ended my relationship with them.

They have declined, and as second choice I was asked to go. I can’t get away from feeling so betrayed and don’t want to be second fiddle to his family.

This day was supposed to be about celebrating with his wife and kids, not his dysfunctional family.

Should I go? My gut is telling me to stay home. — Wife vs. in-laws

Dear Carolyn: My husband invited his out-of-state family to his upcoming

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COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS Low cost, spay/neuter. Leftover Pets offers low cost spay/neuter surgeries at the clinic at 610 Barrow Park Drive in Winder. October clinic days are Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Prices are $85 for a female dog over 25 pounds, $65 for a female dog up to 25 pounds, $55 for a male dog, $55 for a female cat, $35 for a male cat. $5 discount for any surgery patient no older than 5 months. All surgery prices include a free rabies vaccination. We do not add fees for in heat or pregnant animals. Financial assistance is available for any low income Barrow County resident. For details on clinic services, visit www.leftoverpets.org. Appointments are required and must be made by calling 800-978-5226.

Friday, Oct. 17. The event is free event but the park entrance fee is required. The program is geared toward the elementary age children, but all are welcome. Bring your own chair. The Friends of Fort Yargo and the Living History Society of Jackson County will host All Hallows Eve / Autumn Nights to be held Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 with games, food and a hayride for $5 (plus park entrance fee).

Braselton Farmers Market.

Zipper cream peas, red okra, unique cheesecakes, yummy breads and assorted baked goods and homemade hot chocolate mix are featured fall fares as the Braselton Farmers Market continues on Fridays. Located on Harrison Street in the town’s historic downtown, the market hours will now be 2-5 p.m. on Fridays. Visit www.downtownbraselton.com.

Children’s consignment sale.

Toads & Teacups seasonal children’s consignment sale is holding its holiday and winter sale at 123 W. Main St., in Buford, from Oct. 22-25. A preview sale is open for a $5 donation to the chosen holiday charity from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 22. The sale is open to the public from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 24, and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, when many items will be half-price. To learn more or to register as a consignor or volunteer, visit

October happenings at the Old Fort at Fort Yargo State Park. Stories & S’mores will be held from 8-10 p.m. on

Taste of Jackson and Business Showcase. Being presented by the City of Commerce, the Taste of Jackson and Business Showcase will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 21, at the Commerce Civic Center, located at 1645 S. Elm St., in downtown Commerce.

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Friends of the Braselton-West Jackson Library book sale. Come spend some time on the porch of the Library and search for the books you‘ve been waiting to read during the fall book sale. A bag of books will be sold for $6; a box for $11. Individual books will be 75 cents for paperbacks, $2 for hardbacks and $4 for oversize books. There will also be specially priced children’s books, mini-books and first editions near the checkout table. Book sale hours will be from 1-7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23; from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 24; and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25. Volunteers are needed. Contact Janet Boe 770-904-0167 or janetboe@aol.com to inquire about volunteering.

Rivers Alive is Oct. 25. Braselton, Barrow County and Jackson County will host the sixth Rivers Alive cleanup event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25. Volunteers are invited to meet in the Braselton Community Room in the lower level of the Braselton Police & Municipal Court Building located at 5040 Highway 53 in Braselton. Volunteers will clean along the Mulberry River and local streams and pick up trash along roadsides and then enjoy lunch and prizes. Contact Yvette

Wise at 706-654-3915 ext, 1012 or email ywise@braselton.net and include “Rivers Alive event” in the subject line.

Carnival of Shadows. The Braselton Library will host a special event at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 24, with a shadow puppet show entitled “A Woggle of Witches” based on the Adrienne Adams book, spooky stories, games and more so wear your costume. Trick or treating and face painting begins at 7 p.m. It promises to be a haunting evening of fun for children to age 11 with adult caregiver accompanying the child. Call 706-654-1992.

The Braselton Antique & Holiday Festival is set for Oct. 2426. New vendors are being added with more than 130 booths to be found in Braselton Park and along Harrison and Frances streets. Lots of repurposed items including hand-forged jewelry will be joined by the works of local artists and vendors coming from as far away as Ohio.

Food galore will make the 12th show coordinated by Donna Cannella the best ever.

Express paint workshops.

Interested in taking a paint workshop but don’t have the time? I will be offering Express Paint Workshops during the Braselton Antique & Holiday Festival. Classes will be offered all three days

– Oct. 24-26 –with a limit of four per class. Participants will leave with a completed project and the knowledge of using chalk and clay paint.

This workshop is a great base from which to build your painting skills. Go to weatheredpieces.com and click on the shop paint tab to sign up. Classes are only $20.

New festival. The Braselton Antique Festival for Charity on Davis Street involving the shops on Brassie Lane -House of Clay, Kristi’s Country Store & Cafe’, Ivy Cottage, The Garden and Elements A Day Spa – will debut Oct. 2426. Booth rentals are being designated to Peace Place for the inaugural festival.

Eentertainment and food and beverage will be highlights.

Charity golf tournament for injured Hall County firefighters.

The community is coming together to continue to support T.J. Elliot, Will Griffin and Stephen Jackson and their families. The firefighters suffered back and spinal injuries when a ladder truck failed and came crashing down. The Hall County Firefighters Charity Golf Tournament will be held Oct. 27 at Royal Lakes Golf and Country Club in Flowery Branch.

The four-player Lauderdale format tournament has a 9 a.m. shotgun start and lunch will be provided.The tournament will include a silent auction, mulligans, a putting

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contest and door prizes and donations are welcomed. To register or for information, contact Susan Gowan at hcffcharitygolftournament@ yahoo.com, Sonja Stamey at 678-316-4372 or Gina Robertson at 770-309-2509.

Show the library some love.

National Friends of Libraries Week is the week of Oct. 2026, and Friends of the Braselton-West Jackson Library will expand its celebration of this event into a three-week celebration. Continuing through Oct. 31, the Friends organization will be selling paper hearts imprinted with, “I Love My Library!” Everyone will be able to express their appreciation and support for the Braselton Library by purchasing hearts for $2 each.

Hoschton Women’s Civic Club.

The next meeting of the club is Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 7:30 p.m. at the Hoschton Depot.

Come and learn about all the activities undertaken by club members to support the City of Hoschton.

Fall fun at Mulberry Walk.

Braselton Chiropractic and Fredrick’s Jewelry is issuing an invitation to enjoy some fall fun at Mulberry Walk Shopping Center starting at 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 31.

Enjoy hayrides, a dunking booth, cake walk, face painting and more fall fun as 14 businesses will be handing out candy for trick or treaters in costume.

Fit for a Cure 5K is Saturday at Tanger Outlet Center On your mark, get set, go PINK! There is still time to register for Tanger Outlet Center’s sixth annual 5K Run/Walk, as Tanger in Commerce, is leading the race against breast cancer in the community.

Tanger will be hosting the sixth annual Fit for a Cure 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, Oct. 18, beginning at 8:30 a.m. The 3.1-mile course will begin and end at the Tanger Outlet

Center in Commerce.

The family event is open to runners and walkers of all ages. Prizes will be awarded to divisional age bracket winners as well as the top male and top female winners.

The first 600 pre-registered participants will receive a race pack which includes a commemorative race Tshirt, medal, Tanger shopping discounts and other goodies. To register, visit the

Tanger Shopper Services or register conveniently online at www.tangeroutlet.com/ race. The early registration period ends on Oct. 16. After that, the fee will increase from $20 per person to $25.

Proceeds from Tanger’s 5K Run/Walk will benefit the Cancer Foundation of Northeast Georgia.

Groups of 10 or more participants are eligible for a pre-registration disount of $5

per person. The pre-registration fee is $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under, a savings of more than $50 or more. Team prizes will be presented for largest team, best team T-shirt design, best average team time and best overall team spirit.

For more information on team registrations contact the Tanger Shopper Services office at 706-335-3354.

“We invite everyone to join their friends and neighbors at Tanger as we have fun and get moving together for a great cause – to put an end to Breast Cancer,” says Mark Valentine, General Manager of the Tanger Outlet Center. “The Tanger 5K Run/Walk is a healthy family activity that people of all ages can easily participate in and everyone can feel great

knowing that they are making a difference in the battle against Cancer.”

Fit For A Cure 5K Run/ Walk is part of Tanger’s ongoing commitment to fighting breast cancer. Since 1994, Tanger Outlets across the country have raised more than $13.5 million dollars to help find a cure. The campaign continues through Oct. 25.

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CIRCULATION DISTRICT ROUTE MANAGER The Times is seeking a Route Manager to act as the company liaison with the independent contractors who deliver the Times to subscribers.

The position is responsible for handling the distribution of the Times newspaper and other products, with working in the field making up 80% of the work day.

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Office/Clerical Looking for a qualified candidate who can function in a computer environment with ease and can multitask.

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Excel, Word & Power Point a must, bilingual a plus. Do not apply unless you meet all mentioned qualifications. FAX resume: 770-965-4153

PruittHealth Home Health is looking for talented and caring individuals to heelp us plan our continued success and growth in Gainesville and surrounding areas.

We need a part time collection clerk in Gainesville area Monday - Friday 12-5 Fax resume 678-717-0261

*RN PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR Full time *RN CASE MANAGERS- Full time and PRN *LPNs- Full time and PRN *CNAs- Full time and PRN

Zip-Pak, an ITW company, is seeking extruder operators for our Doraville, GA plant.

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LIMITED TIME ONLY! Bell Minor Home is offering Sign-On Bonuses for LPN’s & CNA’s who are hired between Oct. 15 and Nov. 15th. for all shifts. Please apply in person at 2200 Old Hamilton Place, Gainesville, GA 30507

Misc. Help Wanted CIRCULATION DEPT is seeking prospects for future route delivery in Northeast Georgia.

Must be 18 or older w/ valid driver’s license & insured vehicle. Must have reliable vehicle & backup substitute.

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ITW/Zip-Pak is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Professional Direct Care-Residential Service Professional Assist and supervise adults with intellectual disabilities and traumatic brain injuries. Teach independent living skills and encourage self- sufficiency in a supportive environment.

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Equipment Mechanic Apply in person: 1850 Thompson Bridge Rd. or call 770-534-0041 Seeking experienced Locksmith or Apprentice.

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Mon-Fri. 770-682-9060 FT/PT CLASS A-CDL DRIVERS-$500 Sign On Bonus To haul feed or live chickens.

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PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR needed. Supports the home services administrator in the efficient administration of the Home Care Agency’s day to day operations through accurate and timely completion of work assignments and responsibilities.

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WASHER & DRYER Kenmore. Exc Cond. $250. 770-983-1507

Poor Richard’s is taking applications for F/T Exp’d Dinner Servers 770-532-0499

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White. $200 770-967-8657

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Stuff Appliances Kenmore Washers $125; DRYERS $75; .

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Memorial Park Cemetery. Spruce Lawn Garden, 195A. Reduced to $5000. 706-754-0710 2 Plots 1 Vault, $5000.00 at Memorial Park, South Hall. 770-654-1616.

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Furniture BEAUTIFUL FAMILY ROOM FURNITURE AND DINING CHAIRS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION (6) Dining Room Side Chairs $300, Burgundy Leather Creations Sofa $600, (2) Huntington House Upholstered Chairs & Ottoman $250, (3) Pulaski Tables (Coffee, End & Sofa) $450 678-234-4745 COUCH by Haverty’s, avocado, like new, $375, non-smoker. 770-5405861

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Pets & Supplies FREE KITTENS1 Calico, 2 wht & gray males, 10wks old. searching for loving families. 706-244-4808 PAPILLON Puppies (toy spaniel group ) Hey Y’all, we need your forever homes. Intelligent, loving personality. Can be trained for therapy and personal assistance work. CKC registered, 1st shots & dewormed.

Males & females. Hand raised in our home. $400 Cash Only! 770262-9957; 706-677-5229

Lawn Equipment SNAPPER RIDING MOWER. 11HP, elec start, 30 in cut. Good Cond. $300. Flowery Branch. 678-943-7436 I Buy Snapper Riding Mowers Not Running.

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Misc. For Sale BEAUTIFUL MINK WRAP, LIGHT BROWN, ALMOST NEW $250.

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Make Offer. 706-4996718 UPRIGHT PIANO, Chase & Baker, exc. cond., $350; 2 pc. SOFA SET,

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SECTIONAL, w/ pull out bed & 2 recliners, $300; PING PONG TABLE, $100. Call Elizabeth 636284-5888

3BR/2BA N. Hall $775/ mo & dep. Year lease & app fee.

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CABIN -Elijay, GA. 2BR/2.5BA. with Loft.

Beautigul view. $129k 770-401-1131

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Wheels

Mobile Homes For Rent

Gainesville, S/N Hall 1-3BR $85 & up per wk No app fee 1 week free 770-534-7596 MH, pvt lot, 2BR/2BA, $200 dep. $125/wk.

No pets. 678-614-7607

ApartmentsUnfurnished

Rooms For Rent

Oakwood - 2/1.5, yard very safe, H/A $645$725. 678-357-5044 OAKWOOD 2BR/2BA $595/mo + dep 770-967-6100

Homes & Real Estate

2/1 Duplex Oakwood, Updated New Carpet, Paint, move in ready. $695.00 Stephanie 678878-6710

CHEVY 2003 Malibu Wht. 166k, Very Good Cond. $3195. 770-5617597; 706-429-7821 MERCURY 2007 Grand Marquis LS. Leather, 86k, Clean. Exc Cond. $7600.

727-742-8452 VW 2012 Jetta SEexcellent cond, red, 38k mi, 5 sp manl, heated seats, blue tooth, Sirius. $12,500. 770-329-2539

Import Cars HONDA 2012 Accord LX, 1 owner, 54K mi, well maintained, immaculate cond., loaded w/ extras, priced to sell at $14,900 firm. 770-654-5084 JAGUAR 1995 6, Beautiful, a minor mechanical issue, price nego. 706-264-9294

Motorcycles KAWASAKI 2001 Vulcan 1500. 50k, Loaded. Great 1st bike. $3500. 770560-0449

Sport Utility Vehicles FORD 2004 Expedition Blk, 4WD. Runs Perfect!

New brakes & tires. $4700. 706-949-4688

Wanted To Rent An adult professional seeking to rent a single-family home with three plus bedrooms, two plus bathrooms and fenced yard in Gainesville or within 15 minutes of Gainesville.

Please telephone 340344-0272.

Duplexes For Rent

Autos For Sale

Efficiencies $115/wk & up, includes utils/ cable. 770-539-2938

1 bedroom/1 bath lake front apartment.washer/ dryer $700/month cable,internet,water included.call 678-9973760

3BR/2.5BA, tri-level, on Lake, dep. 1 month, rent $695/mo. No pets.

770-536-2809

SUZUKI 2008 Red Kingquad 750. In good condition with a heavyduty warn wench.

Asking $6,000.00 Call or Text 678-622-0420. can send photos

Roommates Wanted MEN- Be$t, Pvt home, Fur Br, All Priv + Xtras, Oakwd 770-530-1110

Condominiums For Rent

All Terrain Vehicles

3BR/1.5BA Priv lot.

Close in. No pets. 770532-0032; 678-936-6791

HOSCHTON’s Southampton Falls HOA bi-annual neighborhood yard sale. Friday-Saturday, Oct. 17-18, 8 a.m. to ??

Follow signs from Ga. 124 x 332.

MYRTLE TERRACES Senior Independent Living Community 1bdrm from $660 2 bdrm from $765 Certain age & income restrictions apply!

Water, trash and electric included in rent Call today for more info 770-538-0928

3BR/2BA, finished basement, living room, kitchen, East Hall area/ Gillsville. $120,000.

706-754-4563

EHO WAC

FRI., 8-4 & SAT., 8-12.

Fabric, sewing, etc.

Formals & wedding, tools, antique clock, costumes, Xmas decor, leathers, household.

Hwy 53 to Hwy 211S.

Must See!Hand Crafted Pine King Size Bed.8 in set $1600.00,Dinning Table with Bench Setting $400.00,706754-8198 Leave#and message.

3BR/2BA- 1223 Park St. $700mo +dep. No pets 770-531-1095

No Rent Until December 1st Expires 10/31/14 3BR/2BA Homes Call Sun Homes 888-246-2803 Countrysidelake lanier.com

Yard Sale

Homes-Rentals

House For Sale-Hall County

Bluewater Prop. Mgmt Quality Rental Homes. $985. bluewaterpm.net 770-532-7545

Precious Malti-Poo puppies. (2M). 1st shots vet wormed. Have both parents. $275. 706-8926153 or 706-892-6154

MOVING SALE Couch- Henredon $800-retailed $2400; Coffee Table $200; Wicker Chair $300; Wicker Bedroom Set-white, Henry Link; Refrig -Blk, Samsung; Glass top Table, 2 Chairs - Henry Link $500 Other Items! Make Offer. 770-718-6756

Houses For RentUnfurnished

Farms & Farm Land FSBO, 6327 Hulsey Rd, Clermont, 3BR/2BA, 2200 sf ranch home w/ finished bsmt, gated entrance, 24.3 acres, w/ barn & workshop, open & wooded pasture, electric fence & crossfenced, springfed water for cattle or horses, 1000 ft+ road frontage, shown by appt. only. $435,000.

770-983-3799

JEEP 2002 Grand Cherokee. 2WD, 6cyl, Pwr wind/lcks, 112k. $4500. 770-540-1215

Trucks FORD 1988-F-250. 7.3 diesel, 5spd, Ext Cab. VGC.. Trade possible. $4,500/obo. 770-9670751 FORD 2008 F-150. 4x2 Super Crew, Lariat.

Style side, 5.4L, V8 w/ lower 2 tone paint.

Pwr moon roof, sliding rear window, trlr tow pkg., universal gar door opener, premium 6 CD w/mp3, bedliner, bed extender, 20” alum whls. leather, satellite radio, side rails. $20,900. 770561-0490 GMC 1998 Sonoma Ext Cab. 5spd, 4 cyl, custom whls/sound. New A/C, $2999. 678-910-3434

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